You’re absent-mindedly sending a quick text to your friend, and suddenly, something odd catches your eyes- the word “Draft” next to your text message. Wait, what? But you didn’t save anything, did you?
It’s the kind of glitch that can immensely irritate you and leave you in the dark at the same time. In this article, we’re diving into this common messaging problem and its possible solutions. Let’s get straight to the bottom of this problem.
Possible Reasons and Solutions for Messages Showing “Draft”
Let’s get right into it. We’re looking into the probable reasons behind this misfortune. There are primarily 4 possible instances where this might happen and, alongside the required steps to solve them.
Pressing Keys on Mobile Keyboard by Accident
A single misplaced tap can turn your text into a draft. Don’t worry. It happens to the best of us. To fix this, open the draft and then use the backspace key to erase the text- this will essentially erase the draft as well.
When You Leave Text Messages Unfinished
Sometimes, sloppy fingers may not be the root of the cause; rather, it can be an ‘unfinished business’ situation. You start typing and then get interrupted or distracted, which prompts you to exit the messaging app. Well, that text message will turn into a draft.
Well, here’s how to deal with this –
- Open the “Draft” section, either finish the text and hit ‘Send’.
Or…
- Follow my previous instruction and delete it from your Android Smartphone.
Possible In-App Bugs
Texting Apps might act strange at times. If you suspect your app to be the culprit, try the following steps –
- Check if there’s any update available in your device’s app store.
- If an update is available, install it. The update should contain bug-fixes that would solve any occurring problems.
You Might Be Having Connectivity Issues
This is an unlikely case, but sometimes, it can just be a pesky network issue. In this rare scenario, you can follow these instructions –
- Double check your internet connection.
- If you’re using WiFi, make sure that it’s stable.
If the situation persists despite tip-top network conditions, the problem is likely to be in the app itself.
Do A bit of System-Wide Troubleshooting if Everything Fails
Things didn’t pan out well? Okay, it’s time to do some system-wide troubleshooting of your own. Let’s troubleshoot and find an answer to “Why does my text message say draft when there’s none?” using OTHER methods.
By the way, did you know, you could merge several texts into one using your android smartphone? Read our article and know how.
Restart Your Phone
The oldest trick in the book is to turn it off and on again. Wait, don’t facepalm yet – this works most of the time by letting your device return to its default state. So, restart your device and see if it works.
If not, we’ve got two other solutions that will help you put this issue away.
Clear Your “App Cache”
Your app might have some unnecessary data stored. Sometimes, they interfere with the functionality and lead to unwanted problems- like the one we’re trying to deal with. So, let’s clear them out –
- Navigate to your device’s Settings.
- Find “Apps” or “Applications.”
- Locate your messaging app and tap on it.
- In the app’s storage settings, hit “Clear cache.”
Do a Test by Sending Messages to Different Recipients
Let’s do a little bit of investigation. Is the problem exclusive to a single individual in your contacts or is it a widespread issue? Let’s find out–
- Pick a friend or family member.
- Send them the same message.
If the “Draft” label still sticks around then it’s not a personal problem rather an app-centric one. In that case, follow the “App Bugs” section for the solution.
Consider A Few Things Along the Way
Now that we’re done solving the problem of messages showing as “Draft,” I thought it’d be good to give you some tips and answer your questions before I head out for a coffee. Let’s do that, shall we?
What Happens If a Draft Isn’t Saved?
If you accidentally forgot to save your text message, you might have lost it forever. But some apps have an auto-save feature. So, there’s a slim chance to recover that text after all. Cross your fingers and hope for the best.
What is the Difference Between “Draft” and “Unsent” Messages?
A “Draft” is a message you typed but didn’t send whereas an “Unsent” message is the one you hit “Send” on but the procedure failed due to connectivity or some other issues.
Apps are “Auto-Saving Drafts, Is That A Problem?
There are a few messaging apps with an autosave feature. Even if you forget to save your texts, these apps will automatically save them for future use cases.
Can a Full Message Queue Cause “Draft” Labels?
Unlikely. A complete message queue will likely result in delivery issues rather than “draft” ones. If you’re experiencing the latter, the queue isn’t probably the cause.
I Have Several Devices and Draft Message Issues – What To Do?
Having the same messaging app on multiple devices might cause syncing issues. This out-of-sync state can often lead to a messy situation regarding draft messages. Make sure to sync regularly and properly to avoid this.
Final Bytes
Glitches happen. But now you know how to tackle this particular issue. Keep your text messages draft-free, troubleshoot like a pro, and reach out to your app’s developer when in unknown territory. Stay direct, stay tech-savvy. Happy texting with no “Draft” strings attached.
Joseph Meyer says
Thanks, this trick ACTUALLY worked for me!