SMS converts to MMS when no multi media. How stop?

When sending a text, my text content has a green send arrow at the start. It should be blue.

Content automatically is sent as MMS and goes to an email address vice a cell phone number as intended.

How do I ensure SMS is returned?

iPhone 13 Pro Max

Posted on Dec 27, 2024 7:27 AM

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razmee209

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Dec 27, 2024 8:49 AM in response to USNA16

USNA16 wrote:

When sending a text, my text content has a green send arrow at the start. It should be blue.

Content automatically is sent as MMS and goes to an email address vice a cell phone number as intended.

How do I ensure SMS is returned?

ask your phone carrier that is their feature

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