M e s s a g e s234. MessagesIf you have subscribed to a message network service, you can send and receivemessages to compatible phones that also subscribe to a message service. If supportedby your service provider, you can also send and receive multimedia messages,and e-mail. See "Text entry," p. 22.When composing TXT messages or multimedia messages, the number of charactersallowed and the segment number appears in the top right corner of the message.The use of special characters takes up more space. If there are special charactersin your message, the indicator will still show the message length correctly. Before themessage is sent, the device tells you if the message exceeds the maximum lengthallowed for one message.Important: Exercise caution opening messages. Messages may containmalicious software or otherwise be harmful to your device or PC.Note: When sending messages, your device may display Message sent.This is an indication that the message has been sent by your device tothe message center number programmed into your device. This is not anindication that the message has been received at the intended destination.For more details about messaging services, check with your service provider.■ TXT messagesWrite and send1. In the standby mode, select Menu > Messages > Text messages > Createmessage. To go quickly to the Create message display, scroll left from thestart screen.2. Compose or reply to a message using the keypad. Some or all of the followingOptions are available while composing your message:Sending options—Mark or Unmark the sending options of a single messageas Urgent, Delivery note, Callback no., or Signature. See "Change sendingoptions," p. 25.Clear text—Erase all text from the message editor.Add-ins—Add sound, animation, or pictures to a TXT message.Styles—Change font type , font size, or text alignment in your messageInsert contact—Insert a name from your contacts list into your message.