Default SMS app

How to Change from RCS to SMS on Android

Changing from RCS to SMS on Android is usually fastest when you disable RCS messaging in your Google Messages settings. Follow the steps to force your phone to fall back to standard SMS so you can send texts to everyone reliably. If you’re stuck with RCS messages you can’t send or receive, this will tell...

Sep 11, 2026

How to Set Default SMS App on Android

Want to set the default SMS app on Android quickly? The fastest path is to change the default messaging app from your phone’s Settings (or the App info screen), then confirm the SMS handling permission so every text link opens in your chosen app. Follow these steps and you’ll stop Android from routing new messages...

Jun 17, 2026