In Daisychain, you can use MMS messages to send out images, short videos, and long texts.
What is an MMS?
MMS stands for "Multimedia Messaging Service," and it is used to send more complicated messages than SMS messages. MMS messages can include images, small files and videos, and up to 1,600 characters of text.
How do I send out an MMS message?
There are two ways to send MMS messages in Daisychain:
Adding several SMS segments worth of text
If you send a long text in Daisychain which uses multiple SMS segments, we will automatically convert that message to an MMS if it is more cost-effective for you.
Adding Pictures
In the message composition window, click the image icon and select your file.
Other questions
How big can my image file be?
Your file should be 500kb or less. If you need to resize your image, you can try using an online tool like Image Resizer.
What dimensions should I use?
In order to keep the file size small and the image easily viewable on a mobile phone, we generally recommend:
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Avoiding landscape image orientation
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Making your image no more than 500px wide
Any other tips?
- Don't Use Transparent Backgrounds: These can appear as solid, randomly-colored backgrounds in the message thread, causing the image to look different than intended.
- Consider using Charms and gifs: engaging, personalized content may get a better response than just text or a stock photo.
- Use High Color Contrast: Make sure the foreground and background colors are clearly different to prevent the image from appearing blurry or monochromatic.
- Don't Use Borders: On some iOS devices, borders may be displayed off-center.