8 Tips To Avoid Dry Texting in a Text Conversation

If you’ve decided that you are indeed guilty of dry texting and want to learn how not to be a dry texter, you’ve come to the right place. No judgement here, I’m just pleased you’ve seen the light and decided to overcome your issue!

I’m not going to lie and say that dry texting doesn’t bother me, because from the introduction section, you probably realized that yes, it does annoy me. However, I’m also very aware that not everyone is naturally gifted at texting. For that reason, let’s check out a few reliable ways you can avoid dry texting in a text conversation.

But before you read the ways you can avoid dry texting, here’s a helpful guide on how you can become a more fun conversationalist, read this before going ahead if you want to learn the little details that make you a more fun person.

# Read the text properly

One of the main reasons people don’t reply adequately to a text is because they didn’t take the time to sit down and read it properly. Don’t be that person! Make sure you read the text properly, and don’t just scan it and quickly send back ‘lol’.

# Imagine the person saying it to you, rather than reading it

As you’re reading the text, imagine the person saying the words to you, rather than just reading them on the screen. This can often add context, especially if you know the person well, and that can help you come up with something witty to reply back. Again, avoid ‘lol’.

# Give it a moment before you reply

Don’t assume that you have to reply within seconds of receiving a text. It’s okay to wait a minute and think of something to say. On the other hand, don’t leave them waiting too long; otherwise, they’ll forget they sent you the text in the first place.

# Text as you would talk

If you really struggle with dry texting, it’s probably because you’re just trying too hard. Text as you would talk if you were with that person having a real conversation. That adds a personal touch and makes your text far more interesting to read.

# Don’t be afraid to let your personality shine through

Stamp your personality on every text you send, and you’ll avoid dry texting forever. It can be an emoji you love, signing off with your nickname, or perhaps even a catchphrase you have. Whatever it is, let your personality shine through and your texts will be more exciting.

# Text back whatever comes into your head first – within reason!

Sometimes, it’s best to just fire off whatever comes into your mind first, because that’s often the most entertaining and honest reply! However, there are rules to this – be careful that whatever you send isn’t sarcastic, upsetting, or downright insulting!

# Be aware that dry texting is annoying and double check what you send

Simply being aware that dry texting is super-annoying can help you learn how not to be a dry texter. Double check whatever you want to send before pressing the button, just to confirm that there’s actual hydration!

# Make use of emojis or memes

When words fail us, emojis and memes save us! If someone texts you something and you can’t think of something to say back, search for a funny or poignant meme or even a GIF and send that. Emojis can also add character to a dry text, if you’re really stuck for words.