How to Get Rid of Those Annoying Message Bubbles?

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Introduction

If you’re like many Android users, you might find the message bubbles that pop up for SMS and other messaging apps to be quite distracting. Luckily, you can disable these message bubbles to enjoy a cleaner interface. This tutorial will guide you step by step on how to remove these pesky interruptions.

What Are Message Bubbles?

Message bubbles are floating notifications that appear on the screen for messages, allowing you to quickly respond without diving into the messaging app. While they can be convenient, they often clutter your interface or interrupt your workflow.

Step-by-Step Instructions to Disable Message Bubbles

Here’s how you can disable message bubbles on your Android device.

Step 1: Open Your Settings

  1. Swipe down from the top of your screen to access the Quick Settings.
  2. Tap on the Settings gear icon.

Step 2: Navigate to Apps

  1. In the Settings menu, scroll down and select Apps.
  2. Tap on See all apps to view the complete list of installed apps.

Step 3: Select Your Messaging App

  1. From the list, find and tap on the messaging app for which you want to disable message bubbles (e.g., Messages, WhatsApp).

Step 4: Go to Notifications

  1. Within the app’s settings, locate and tap on Notifications.
  2. This section will display different notification categories for the app.

Step 5: Manage Message Bubbles

  1. Look for an option labeled Bubbles or Chat Bubbles.
  2. Tap on it and select Dismiss or toggle the switch to turn it off. This will effectively remove message bubbles from appearing.

Optional: Disable All Notifications

If you’re looking for a more drastic approach and wish to disable notifications entirely for that app:

  1. In the same Notifications menu, find the main notification option and disable it.
  2. However, this would mean you won’t get any notifications from that app.

Conclusion

That’s it! After following these steps, you should no longer see message bubbles interrupting your screen. Removing these notifications can help create a focused, distraction-free user experience.

Feel free to share your experience or any additional tips in the comments below. Everyone’s device might be slightly different, so feel free to share your specific steps if they differ from this guide!

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Hi everyone! I’ve been struggling with those message bubbles popping up all the time. Could someone share a quick tutorial on disabling them on Android?

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To disable message bubbles on Android, go to Settings > Apps & Notifications > Special app access > Bubbles. You can toggle off the apps you don’t want showing bubbles!

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That’s super helpful, nielsenpaul! What about iOS? I can’t stand those pesky bubbles either!

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For iOS, you can turn off notifications for specific apps to stop those bubbles. Head to Settings > Notifications, tap the app, and disable Notifications.

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Thanks, guzmanmary! But, I’m curious, what happens if I turn off notifications completely? Will I miss important messages?

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Good point, elliottrick. You could just customize your notifications instead of turning them off completely. That way, you still get alerts for messages that matter.

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So what about on a PC? Anyone got tips for disabling message bubbles on desktop platforms?

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On Windows, go to Settings > System > Notifications & actions, and you can turn off bubble notifications for apps individually!

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Great advice, charlescollier! I also wonder if there are any third-party apps that can help manage notifications better?

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There are plenty of apps out there, but be cautious! Some may end up causing more notifications instead of reducing them. Always check reviews first!

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Haha, so true! I once downloaded an app, and it blew up my notifications! :sweat_smile:

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I feel you, samantha56! It’s like a game of notifications roulette! But really, it’s all about finding the right settings.

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Good discussion, everyone! I’ve learned a lot! Remember, the key is to customize your settings based on personal preferences. Thanks for sharing!

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I love that we can share these tips! Let’s keep helping each other out. :blush: Anyone have experiences with handling social media app notifications?

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Handling social media notifications is tricky. I personally mute them and check when I want, but there’s no perfect solution!

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To get rid of those pesky message bubbles in WhatsApp, go to Settings > Notifications, and turn off ‘Pop-up Notification.’ This will help keep your screen clean.

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That’s super helpful, Lori! I had no idea about that setting. Are there similar settings for Facebook Messenger?

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In Facebook Messenger, you can disable chat heads! Just go to your profile settings, tap on ‘Chat Heads,’ and switch it off. Goodbye, distractions!

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Great tip! But what about iMessage on iPhone? I find the bubbles there annoying too.