We love texting for plenty of reasons. It's a convenient way to reach our friends and family, a way to entertain ourselves when we just can't focus on our studies, and a great outlet for all of the hilarious memes we create after a legendary night out with friends. These eight things, however, are not what we love about texting. Here are the eight worst kinds of texters:
1. The Double and Triple Texter
If we don't respond the first time, odds are we are busy or we just don't want to talk to you. So don't text us again.
2. The "Netflix and Chill"
While this term may be widely excepted in millennial culture, we still don't quite know what it means, nor do we want you to text us and ask us to "Netflix and Chill." Try again, with a little more creativity. This term is only acceptable in a joke.
3. The Emoji Overload
OK, we get that you are excited for this weekend and for your dinner tonight and your new shoes. However, we don't need to see five emojis that describe what you just said. Thanks anyway.
4. The Over-Sharer
Keep it to Twitter length. If it's more than 140 characters, give us a phone call. Some conversations just weren't meant for texting.
5. The Game Player
This video says it all
Need I say more? Your texts shouldn't need a code book and the help of our friends to decipher, and you shouldn't think too hard about the length of time you wait to text us back. Texting should be straightforward.
6. The Drunk Text
You had a great time tonight, and we are super happy for you. But we don't need an illegible text at 2 a.m. to confirm that you are, in fact, drunk. Put your phone on the charger, drink some water, and go to bed.
7. The Mid-Conversation Nonresponse
You're uploading a Snapchat story, posting on Instagram, and messaging our GroupMe. We know you have your phone on you, so you better respond to our message and decide where the squad is getting dinner. Do it now.
8. The Homework Help Texter
If you have a quick question, go for it. If you want us to explain the political and economic ramifications of WWII for every country involved, text that somewhere other than iMessage. Get out of your bed and meet us at the library. We will have thumb cramps by the time we type that all out.
