By Alan Friedman
Publication Date: 2026-03-08 06:15:00
Back in January, we told you that Google was testing a new feature for Google Messages’ Smart Reply. As you might know, Smart Reply uses on-device AI to create responses that are contextually relevant to a message you just received. For example, you might receive a message that asks, “Should I meet you at the Diner at 5 pm?” The Smart Reply options might read, “I’ll be there,” or “I am on my way.” In a single tap, you saved yourself some time and effort.
What the Tap to Send default Smart Reply setting does
When you tap on a Smart Reply, an action known as “Tap to Send” takes over and sends the Smart Reply you selected as a new message. The problem is that the Smart Reply could be sent with a typo or without giving you a chance to add to the response.
The default set up, Tap to Send takes a Smart Reply you picked and sends it as a message instantly. | Image by…
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