Yes, there are some texting rules. There are many common misconceptions, things that people think or assume are true. Here are four familiar ones.
- Fortune Cookies come from China.
- Microwaves cook from the inside out.
- The Polka is a Polish style of music and dance.
- There are no rules for texting.
All four are wrong.
- Fortune Cookies were invented in Japan during the 19th century.
- Microwaves only penetrate 3⁄8 of an inch, it cooks from the outside-in.
- Polkas originated around 1800 in Czechoslovakia, which is now the Czech Republic.
- Yes, there are some good rules of the digital highway for texting.
Here are my favorite, elite 8 texting rules.
8 Texting Rules You Should Know
Rule 1 – Emojis
Like salt, sprinkle them, but consider the context. I wouldn’t use a kiss emoji to small group leaders. But a single smiley face or heart can let someone know your message is lighthearted.
Rule 2 – Punctuation
Texts don’t need to pass spelling or grammar checking. Don’t overuse question marks or exclamation points. Don’t end your text with a period, you’re better off using no punctuation at all.
Rule 3 – Fewer Messages
The worst thing
Is when
You send
16 texts
In 30 seconds
Even reading this is annoying, wasn’t it? Everyone will thank you.
Rule 4 – Fewer Words
Related to Rule 3, use as few words as possible, but be certain to keep the message intact. Try 5 words instead of 7.
