How to Send Text Messages to Sprint Phones

While Sprint may operate on a network setup that is designed differently than AT&T or T-Mobile, the basic technology being used is universal across all major cell networks. Because of this, sending messages to phones on a Sprint network is no different than sending text messages to phones on any other network.

Instructions

1. Dial the number of the individual whose Sprint phone you want to send a text message to. Make sure that you dial the area code as well as the full number.

2. Use the keypad (or keys on a smart phone) to enter the message that you wish to send. The letters above each number on the keypad symbolize which letters the key will enter when typing your message.

3. Send the text message once you have finished writing it. On most phones this is done simply by pressing the green "Talk" button. On other phones, a button will be designated as the send button.

4. Allow up to 10 seconds for your message to be sent from your phone. A notification will inform you when your message has been sent successfully.

Tips & Warnings

• Many phones have an auto-spell program that will calculate and complete the word you are trying to spell. Use this feature to save time when texting.

• Double-check the phone number you have input before sending your text. Texting the wrong person can be embarrassing.

References

• Sprint Users: Texting Sprint Phones
• Sprint: Text Messaging Plans