To use all of the Verizon Messages features, open the Verizon Messages app, read the pop-up box information, tap OK, then tap Yes.
Tap the New message icon (at the top of the screen) to
start a new text or multimedia message.
Tap here to create a new message.
Tap an existing conversation thread to open it.
Tap the Show icon (in the upper-right corner of
the screen) to select Full Conversation, Photos & Videos,
Locations, Links, Contacts, and Audio.