7 Must Know Texting Rules for Guys

Communication these days is most often in the form of texting. When was the last time you spoke on the phone or called a girl you like? Exactly. We all know the answer to that. But are you familiar with the most important texting rules for guys?

Most people communicate by texting. Now, this doesn’t mean it’s a bad thing, but there are definitely some issues. If you’re texting your best friend, they already know you, but you’re texting someone you like. Someone you want to date. This means you may not know them very well.

I want you to land a date with this person, so I’m going to help you out and give you some helpful tips for texting.

# There are no rules

Okay, there isn’t an official rulebook for texting. Technically, you can do and say whatever you want. But let’s be honest, there are unspoken rules when it comes to texting. These are the rules everyone knows but no one talks about. These rules were developed by instinct and trial and error. These rules help give you structure when you text.

# No dick pics

Oh, I know you may be thinking that a dick pic would be a great opener, but it’s not. Even if you met in a highly sexual circumstance, you still shouldn’t be sending anyone a dick pic. If she asks for one, fine. But if she doesn’t say to you, “I want you to send me a photo of your dick,” then don’t send one.

# Understand everyone is different

When it comes to texting people, understand that everyone is different. Though some of your lines will work well on some people, other times it’ll be a miss. Some people can read sarcasm through a text and others can’t. So, before you go all out with jokes and lines, try to get a feel for the person you’re texting

# Don’t sext them right away

Sexting should be saved for when you are both ready for that stage. If you just met this person last night, do not sext them. This person isn’t your partner; you don’t know them. Avoid sexting until you have established a relationship. Keep it classy until then.

# Be mindful of the time

Unless this person is a long term booty call, there’s no reason why you would text someone at midnight. The time of the day matters when you’re texting someone you’re interested in. Texting late at night can give off the wrong vibes. Save your small talk for the late afternoon or morning.

# Keep the convo light

This is one of those texting rules for guys that can sour the mood in no time. If you just met this person, leave the political and religious debates for later. Right now, you’re just getting to know them. You don’t know this person well enough to have intense conversations. Pre-date texts should be light and focus on confirming the date. After meeting them, then you can have deeper conversations.

# Text properly

Listen, you’re not twelve years old. There’s no need to say “brb” or “ lmao.” Come on. If you want to impress this person, text them using actual words. You’ll be shocked at how important grammar is to many people.