How Not to Be a Dry Texter

We’ve all been there. We’re out with friends, enjoying a conversation and some laughs, and suddenly our phone beeps with a text notification. We excuse ourselves to check it, only to find a message from a friend: “hey, what are you up to?” Ugh. This is the dreaded dry text.

If you’re guilty of sending or receiving them, you know how boring they can be. In this blog post, we’ll discuss how to avoid being a dry texter so that you can keep the conversations flowing (and interesting!)

What Is Dry Texting?

Dry texting is when someone sends a text message devoid of any real content or substance. These texts are often one-worded, vague, and full of typical questions like “what’s up?” or “what are you doing?”. 

The next question could be: what is a dry texter? A dry texter is someone who sends short messages on a phone or other messaging service that lack emotion or enthusiasm. They often take longer to reply and don’t seem interested in chatting.

Dry texts can be frustrating to receive and could even be a turn-off to your crush. Nobody wants to have a conversation that feels like a chore. Therefore, it’s important to avoid sending dry texts if you want to keep the conversation interesting.

What do you think of this conversation?

Mike: Hey

Sarah: Hey! How are you?

Mike: I’m good. You?

Sarah: I’m good too. What are you up to?

Mike: Just hanging out with friends. You?

Sarah: Same here.

This conversation is dry for a few reasons. First, the questions are typical and not very interesting. Second, there is no real content in the conversation. It feels like they are just going through the motions and not really engaging with each other.

If you want not to be a dry texter, it’s important to keep these things in mind. Let’s look at some signs that you may be guilty of dry texting.

Signs of Dry Texting

If you’re not sure whether you’re a dry texter or not, here are some signs to look out for:

• Sending one-word texts repeatedly
• Asking typical questions like “what are you doing?” or “what’s up?”
• Being vague in your responses
• Not engaging in interesting conversations
• Texting just to text, without any real purpose
• Feeling like your conversations are a chore

If you can relate to any of these signs, it’s likely you’re a dry texter. But don’t worry; there’s still time to turn things around! Keep reading for some tips on how to not be a dry texter.

Tips to Avoid Dry Texting

Have you ever received a text from someone that made you roll your eyes? Chances are, it was probably dry. To avoid being that person, here are some tips on how not to be a dry texter: 

1. Avoid One-word Texts

I have nothing against one-word texts in general. They can be useful in certain situations, like when you’re trying to make plans with someone. However, if you repeatedly send one-word texts, it’s probably time to mix things up.

Instead of sending a one-word text, try adding more substance to your message. For example, if someone asks you how your day is going, don’t just say, “good.” Describe what you did that day or how you’re feeling. This will give the conversation more depth and make it more interesting.

When your text appeals to emotions and experiences, it will be more engaging for the person reading it. One-word texts can make a person feel like you are taking them for granted.

2. Don’t Be Vague

Vague texts are another hallmark of dry texting. When you’re vague, it makes it difficult for your girl or guy to carry on the conversation. They may feel like they’re doing all the work, and eventually, they’ll get bored and lose interest.

To avoid being vague, try to be specific in your responses. If someone asks you what you’re doing, don’t just say, “hanging out.” Tell them where you are and who you’re with. This will give them a better idea of the situation and make it easier for them to reply.

However, there is such a thing as being too specific. If you go into too much detail, your text will become a novel instead of a conversation. Therefore, it’s important to find a balance between being vague and being overly detailed.

3. Say Goodbye to Typical Questions

How do you feel when you receive a text that says, “what are you doing?” Chances are, you probably don’t get too excited. That’s because this type of question is dry and not very interesting.

If you want to avoid being a dry texter, it’s important to spice up the questions you ask. Instead of asking typical questions like, “what are you doing?” try to ask something more interesting. For example, you could ask about their day, plans for the weekend, or what they’re up to.

To make it more interesting, you can learn about your friend’s interests and ask questions about them. This way, you can keep the conversation going and avoid awkward silences.

4. Don’t Forget the Tiny Details

Have you ever told someone about something that interests you, but after a few days, you realize they don’t remember anything about it? It’s probably because they weren’t paying attention to the small details.

When texting someone, it’s important to pay attention to the little things. This includes remembering things like their favorite color, food, or band. If you can remember these details, it will show that you’re interested in them as a person.

In addition to remembering the small things, you should also pay attention to the conversation itself. This means responding to what the other person is saying and keeping the conversation going.

5. Start Convos on Interesting Topics 

If you want to avoid being a dry texter, it’s essential to start conversations on interesting topics. This can be anything from current events to their hobbies and interests.

A great way to find interesting topics to discuss is by reading the news or staying up-to-date on current events. This way, you’ll always have something to talk about. In addition, you can ask your friends about their hobbies and interests.

For example, if you don’t want to dry text your crush, you can ask them about their favorite music, sport, or hobby. After that, you can keep the conversation going by asking follow-up questions. This could be something like, “How did you get into that?” or “What do you like about it?”

6. Be Genuine

One of the main reasons why people dry text is because they’re not being genuine. Your texts come across as fake and forced when you’re not genuine. As a result, the person you’re texting will likely get bored and lose interest.

Honesty is always the best policy, especially when it comes to texting. You should be honest about your feelings and what you’re thinking. In addition, you should avoid being too forward or pushy.

Being yourself will help you avoid being a dry texter. The person you’re texting will appreciate your honesty and genuine interest.

7. Text Promptly

Nothing is more frustrating than waiting for someone to text you back. If you want to keep the conversation going, it’s important to text promptly. This doesn’t mean you have to reply immediately, but you should try to reply within a few hours.

Of course, there are exceptions to this rule. If you’re busy or don’t have anything to say, taking your time is okay. However, if you’re just ignoring the person, they’ll likely get bored and lose interest.

Texting etiquette dictates that you apologize if you delay in replying. For example, you can say something like, “I’m sorry for the delay, I’ve been busy fixing the dryer.” Doing this will show that you’re still interested in the conversation.

8. Spice Up Conversation with Emojis & GIFs 😀

Emojis and GIFs add personality to your texts and make them more fun to read. In addition, they can help you express your feelings without using words.

There are a ton of different emojis and GIFs to choose from. It’s important to use them sparingly. You don’t want to overdo it and come across as desperate or clingy.

You should use the right emoji or GIF for the situation. For example, if you’re feeling flirty, you could use a winking emoji. If you’re trying to be funny, you could use a laughing GIF.

9. Add Humor & Memes

We all have that one friend who is always cracking jokes. While you might not be as funny as them, adding humor to your texts can make them more enjoyable to read.

You don’t have to be Dave Chappelle to add humor to your texts. You can simply share a funny story or joke that you heard. In addition, you can find humorous memes and send them to your friends.

Just ensure you know the person well enough. You don’t want to accidentally offend them with a joke that’s in bad taste.

10. Start a Random Topic

One of the best ways to keep a conversation going is by starting a random topic. This could be anything from their favorite TV show to a weird fact you just learned.

The goal is to find something that will interest the person you’re texting. Once you have their attention, you can keep the conversation going by asking follow-up questions.

Here is a good example:

You: “Did you know that the average person spends six months of their life dreaming?”

Friend: “I didn’t know that. That’s actually kind of interesting.”

You: “Do you think you are on th average or do you think you dream more than most people?”

11. Know the Boundaries

It’s important to know the boundaries when texting. You don’t want to come across as clingy or needy. Instead, you should give the person space and let them text you when they’re ready.

One of the easiest ways to do this is to mirror their texting habits. Don’t text them back immediately if they take a while to reply. Wait a few hours before replying.

In addition, you shouldn’t text them multiple times in a row. This will make you look desperate and like you’re not busy. Instead, send one text and wait for a response.

12. Be a Little Flirty

Flirting is a great way to keep a conversation going. It shows that you’re interested in the person and want to take things to the next level.

Of course, you don’t want to be too forward or risk making the person uncomfortable. Instead, you should start with harmless flirting and see how the person responds.

If they seem interested, you can ramp up the flirting. If they seem uncomfortable, you should back off and stick to friendly banter.

Final Thoughts

Dry texting is a major turnoff and can kill a conversation quickly. However, it’s easy to avoid if you know what to do.

Simply put, you should avoid one-word texts, be genuine, add humor, and start random topics. You should also mirror the other person’s texting habits and know when to back off.

By following these tips, you can keep any conversation going and avoid those awkward silences.