How to Send SMS From a PC

1. Visit your cell phone carrier's Web site. The websites for the four major cell phone companies are verizonwireless.com, t-mobile.com, att.com and sprint.com.
2. Log onto your online account management site. Navigate to the 'Messaging' or similar area. Click 'Send a Text Message' or the similar option.
3. Type the contact's full cell number in the 'Send To' field. You can send the text to multiple contacts, usually a maximum of about 10.
4. Type in your 'From' name, which can be your real name or a nickname and the callback number to which the recipient can reply.
5. Enter a message that does not exceed 140 characters (the entry box won't let you go over the set maximum). There might also be a 'Quick Text' option that will allow you to send a quick, simple message like 'BHL8' for 'Be Home Late.'
6. Set the priority of the text to 'Standard' or 'Urgent' if that option is available. Click send. Allow a few minutes for the message to be delivered. You may also be able to save the message and send it later. When the recipient opens the text he will see the 'From' name you set and call-back number.