How to enable RCS on your Android or Huawei device

On an Android device:

Step 1: Update Google Messages: Ensure you have the latest version of Google Messages installed from the Google Play Store.

Step 2: Open Google Messages: Launch the Messages app on your Android device.

Step 3: Check Settings for Chat Features:

Tap on the three-dot menu (or the settings gear icon) within the Messages app.

Look for and select “Chat features,” “RCS settings,” or something similar.

Step 4: Enable Chat Features/RCS: Toggle the switch to enable RCS if available. It might ask for your confirmation or acceptance of terms.

Step 5: Verify Phone Number: If prompted, verify your phone number to activate RCS on your device.

Step 6: Wait for Activation: Sometimes, activation might take a few moments to complete. Ensure you have a stable internet connection during this process.

Step 7: Confirmation: Once activated, you’ll see a message indicating that Chat Features (RCS) are active. You might get access to enhanced messaging features like read receipts, typing indicators, higher-quality media sharing, and more.

If you don’t find the Chat Features or RCS settings in your messaging app, it could mean that your carrier or region doesn’t support RCS yet.

Here’s how to enable RCS on a Huawei device:

Step 1: Update your Huawei device: Ensure your device’s system and apps, especially the Messaging app, are updated to the latest version.

Step 2: Open the Messaging App: Launch the default Messaging app on your Huawei device.

Step 3: Access Messaging Settings: Tap on the three-dot menu or the settings gear icon within the Messaging app.

Step 4: Search for RCS/Chat Features: Look for options like “Chat features,” “Advanced messaging,” or “RCS settings.” These might be located under the settings of the Messaging app

Step 5: Enable RCS/Chat Features: Toggle the switch to enable RCS or Chat Features.

Step 6: Verification: Follow any prompts that may ask for your confirmation or to verify your phone number to activate RCS on your device.

Step 7: Activation: Allow the system some time to activate RCS. Sometimes, it might take a few moments to establish the connection.

Step 8: Confirmation: Once activated, you should see a confirmation message indicating that Chat Features (RCS) are active.

If you can’t find the RCS settings within the Messaging app on your Huawei device, it’s possible that your device or carrier does not currently support RCS.

If you encounter any problems setting up RCS on your Android or Huawei device, please contact our support team on support@bulksms.com