Create dynamic text message conversations between characters to engage readers, using Atticus’s text messaging feature.
Incorporating Text Messages in Your Narrative
Starting a Text Message Dialogue: To add text message dialogue, select your desired text and click the text bubble icon in the toolbar. Alternatively, create a new message by clicking the text bubble icon and typing directly into the dialogue bubble that appears.
Customizing Your Messages: In the text messaging editor, use the options on the left side of the bubble to mark messages as incoming or outgoing, and add the sender’s name for clarity. The sender’s name will appear next to the corresponding text bubble, aiding reader comprehension.
Content and Formatting: Keep in mind, text messages are limited to text only, and formatting options are simplified to ensure a realistic appearance. This helps maintain the authenticity of the messaging format in your narrative.
Choosing a Theme: For added realism, select a theme for the text message interface that mirrors popular operating systems. Whether your characters use iOS or Android-like devices, you can choose the appropriate theme. Click the cogwheel icon at the top right of the text messaging element to select your preferred theme.
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