WE R LIBRARY FORMAT
| Level | Basic |
| Device | Smartphone (Android) |
| Topic | Messaging |
| Sub-topic | How To Send A Message – Twitter Direct Message |
| Introduction | |
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| Twitter is one of the social media platforms utilized today by many throughout the world. With this app, you can connect with your contacts. You may send and receive updates in various ways: (1) You can communicate by posting a tweet for the public or followers only to comment on, or (2) Send a private Direct message to a specific contact or group. Here is a guide on how to send a DM on Twitter using your Android smartphone: | |
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| 1 | Open your Twitter app. |
| 2 | Tap on the envelope icon. It will direct you to your messages. |
| 3 | To create a new message, tap on the icon that appears as an envelope with a plus sign. |
| 4 | Enter the name(s) or @username(s) of the people you wish to send a message to in the address box. You can also send a message to a group of up to 50 contacts. |
| 5 | Enter your message in the textbox. Aside from text, you can include a photo, video, or GIF via Direct Message. To send a media file, tap on the photo icon. You will have the option to take a photo or record a video, or attach one from your device gallery. Additional options include editing the image(s). To include an animated GIF in your message, tap on the GIF icon. It will allow you to search for and to select a file from the media library. |
| 6. | Tap on the arrowhead icon to send the message. |
| CONCLUSION | |
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| Twitter direct messaging on an android smartphone is easy with these simple steps: tap on the envelope icon, then tap on the create message icon, type in the recipient name or username and proceed to create the message. Add in media files or GIFs, if there is, and tap on the Send icon. If you are experiencing more technical issues or concerns, you may contact our customer support team to guide you . | |
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