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what does a moon next to a text message mean?

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Posted on Feb 21, 2021 1:37 PM

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Axel Foley

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Posted on Feb 21, 2021 3:07 PM

That means that Do Not Disturb is active for that person only. When that person text messages you then you will not get any notifications. You can turn that OFF and remove the half-moon icon by Touching the name of that person and Swiping Left. Then tap on Bell icon.

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