14 Texting Commandments That You Need to Start Following Right Now

There are many struggles with texting, whether it's people using the wrong emoji or getting stuck in a group text. It's become very clear that maybe not everyone is on the same page regarding what exactly is the right texting etiquette. People on the popular sharing network Yik Yak agreed and created some of the much-needed rules everyone needs when it comes to texting.

Consider the texting etiquette guidelines to be rules never to break rather than small suggestions. Check them out and see if you agree with what Yik Yak users came up with. If you find yourself nodding yes to every single one, make sure to read and laugh at the commandments that anyone who's alive should live by.

01
Thou shalt not use the letter K.

Thou shalt not use the letter K.

02
Thou shalt not use read receipts.

Thou shalt not use read receipts.

03
Thou shalt not use texting for important conversations.

Thou shalt not use texting for important conversations.

04
Thou shalt not use incorrect grammar, syntax, or spelling.

Thou shalt not use incorrect grammar, syntax, or spelling.

05
Thou shalt not have nothing to say.

Thou shalt not have nothing to say.

06
Thou shalt not abstain from using emoji to express emotions.

Thou shalt not abstain from using emoji to express emotions.

08
Thou shall not include a signature in a text.

Thou shall not include a signature in a text.

09
Thou shalt not have important conversations via texting past midnight.

Thou shalt not have important conversations via texting past midnight.

10
Thou shalt not use fake words.

Thou shalt not use fake words.

11
Thou shalt not refuse to use correct punctuation.

Thou shalt not refuse to use correct punctuation.

12
Thou shalt not expect a response after midnight.

Thou shalt not expect a response after midnight.

13
Thou shalt not refuse to learn the difference between your and you're.

Thou shalt not refuse to learn the difference between your and you're.