How to Configure MMS on Android

Written by Nicole Levine, MFA

Last Updated: March 7, 2023 Tested

This wikiHow teaches you how to change your Multimedia Messaging (MMS) settings on an Android. You should only need to do this if you're unable to send photo, video, or group texts because your phone wasn't purchased from your provider.

Method 1

Method 1 of 2:

Finding your Provider's MMS Settings

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If you have to set up MMS on your Android, it's because your phone does not already have the settings for your mobile provider. Each provider has its own settings, and you can find them on this page.
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You'll find the settings on this page. Keep this page open as you set up MMS on your Android.

Method 2

Method 2 of 2:

Configuring MMS

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1
Open your Android's Settings
. You'll usually find it in the app drawer or in the notification panel.
- Because all Androids are different, the following menu option names may vary.
2
Scroll down and tap More. It's under the ″Wireless & networks″ header.
- This may also be called More Networks.
This may also be called Mobile networks.
A list of configured MMS settings on this phone will appear.
It's usually at the top-right corner of the screen.
To input data, tap each option to access a typing field.
It's at the top-right corner of the screen.
This saves your new APN data and returns you to the list.
This fills in the option's radio button, indicating that it's selected. Now that you've updated your MMS settings, you should be able to send photo, video, and group texts from your Android.