Can you send messages on Snapchat?

Yes, you can send messages on Snapchat. Snapchat offers a chat feature that allows users to send text-based messages to their friends and contacts. Here's how you can send messages on Snapchat:

1. **Open Chat:** Start by opening the Snapchat app on your mobile device.

2. **Select Friend:** Navigate to the Friends screen by swiping right from the camera screen or tapping on the chat icon at the bottom left corner of the screen. Then, select the friend you want to message from your list of contacts.

3. **Compose Message:** Once you've selected a friend, you'll be taken to the chat screen. Tap on the text input field at the bottom of the screen to compose your message.

4. **Send Message:** After typing your message, tap the send button (usually a blue arrow icon) to send the message to your friend.

5. **View Replies:** Your friend will receive the message and can reply to it. You'll see their replies in the chat conversation, similar to a messaging app.

6. **Additional Features:** In addition to sending text messages, Snapchat also allows users to send photos, videos, stickers, Bitmojis, and more through chat. You can access these features by tapping on the respective icons in the chat interface.

7. **Save Messages (Optional):** If you want to save a message or conversation, you can press and hold on the message or chat thread and select the "Save Chat" option. This will prevent the messages from being automatically deleted after they've been viewed.

It's important to note that Snapchat messages are designed to disappear after they've been viewed by the recipient, unless they've been saved by either the sender or the recipient. Additionally, Snapchat offers various privacy settings and features to control who can send you messages and who can view your Story.