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How to Reply to Messages on Samsung Galaxy Watch 4

The Galaxy Watch 4 lets you respond to texts and app messages using voice dictation, a small keyboard, canned responses, or emojis. Voice input is the fastest method given the small screen.


Replying to a Message

When a message notification appears, you have several ways to respond.

  1. When a message appears, swipe up on the notification
  2. Tap Reply
  3. Choose your input method:
    • Microphone icon: Dictate your message using voice-to-text
    • Keyboard icon: Type on a small on-screen keyboard
    • Message bubble icon: Select from canned quick replies
    • Emoji icon: Send an emoji or sticker
  4. Tap Send to deliver your response

Speaking your message is the fastest way to reply from a small screen.

  1. Tap the microphone icon
  2. Speak your message clearly at a moderate pace
  3. The watch transcribes your speech to text
  4. Review the transcription and tap the checkmark to send
  5. Tap X to retry if the transcription is incorrect

Voice input works best in quiet environments. Punctuation may be added automatically.


Canned Responses

Pre-written quick replies let you respond with a single tap.

Tap the message bubble icon to see options like Yes, No, OK, Thanks, I'll call you back, I'm driving, and I'm in a meeting.

  • Customizing Quick Replies: Open Galaxy Wearable on your phone, navigate to Watch settings, then Notifications and Quick replies. You can edit existing messages or add custom responses (up to 20 total).

Supported Messaging Apps

Most popular messaging apps support replies from the watch.

  • SMS/MMS: Full reply capability with all input methods

  • WhatsApp, Telegram, Slack, Discord: View and reply to messages

  • Facebook Messenger: Basic reply support

  • Limitations: Some apps are read-only, images and GIFs may not display, and group chat features are limited


Starting New Conversations

The watch can only reply to received messages directly, but voice commands let you start conversations.

Press and hold the Home button to activate Google Assistant and say Send message to Mom (or any contact name). Dictate your message and confirm to send.


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