User Manual for Auto Reply PRO Android App

Quick Setup Guide for Auto Reply PRO Android App

SMS Auto Reply to Text Message + 14 Social Media Messaging Apps + Google Voice Virtual Number

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The steps outlined here apply to the SMS Auto Reply Free App as well, excluding Pro features.

Step 1: Add/Edit Auto Replies

1. Create a New Auto Reply:
   • Tap the “+” icon to open the new auto reply interface.
   • Assign a name to your auto reply for easy identification.
2. Input Your Auto Reply Message:
   • Enter the message that will be automatically sent in response to incoming texts.
3. Organize Your Contacts:
   • Personalized List: Add contacts here for whom you want to send personalized responses.
   • Do Not Reply List: Include contacts here who should not receive auto replies.
4. Select Your Auto Reply Channels:
   • Choose from multiple channels such as SMS, WhatsApp Business, Facebook, Telegram, Instagram, LinkedIn, Viber, Skype, Hangout, Line, KakaoTalk, and more.
   • For Missed Calls replies visit or  Safe Driving Auto Reply
5. Save Your Settings:
   • Tap the “Save” icon to apply and save all changes.

Step 2: Set Time for Auto Replies

1. Select an Auto Reply Profile:
   • Use the dropdown list to choose the appropriate auto reply for different scenarios.
2. Schedule Your Auto Replies:
   • By Time: Set specific times of the day for the auto reply to be active.
   • By Weekdays: Choose specific weekdays for the auto reply to run, with options to repeat weekly.
   • By Date: Schedule auto replies for particular dates, such as during vacations or holidays.
   • Auto Activate: Enable auto reply to activate automatically when your phone connects to your car via Bluetooth.
3. Manual Triggering:
   • Optionally, you can manually trigger auto replies without a pre-set schedule, providing flexibility as needed.

Step 3: Turn Auto Replies ON/OFF

1. Activate or Deactivate Auto Replies:
   • From the list of auto replies, select the one you wish to activate or deactivate.
   • Use the toggle button on the right of the reply to switch it ON or OFF.
   • The button will change color to indicate the active status.
2. Monitor Auto Reply Activation:
   • Once activated, the auto reply will wait until the scheduled start time. When it begins, the background color of the app interface will change, signaling that the auto reply is in operation.

By following these detailed steps, you can ensure that your SMS Auto Reply PRO Android App is set up correctly to manage your communications efficiently while you are busy, away, or unavailable.

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Editing Auto Replies
Customizing the Auto Reply Message
Managing the ‘Do Not Reply’ List
Adding/Editing Contacts in the ‘Personalized List’
Scheduling Auto Replies
Setting Auto Reply by Time
Setting Auto Reply by Dates
Setting Auto Reply by Weekdays
Setting Auto Reply by Bluetooth Connection
Turning Auto Replies ON / OFF
Manual Control over Auto Replies
Notification Icons for Auto Reply Status
Granting Access to Notifications for Enhanced Functionality
Settings: Auto Replies Configuration
General Settings
SMS Auto Reply Rules
SMS General Reply Rules.
Text to Speech Rules.
Social Messenger Rules
Replying to the “Personalized List” Only.
Handling Different Messages for Contacts and Non-Contacts.
Managing Auto Replies Reports
Accessing and Managing Reports
Exporting Data from Reports

Editing Auto Replies

Customizing the Auto Reply Message

1. Access Message Customization:
   • Navigate to the Add/Edit screen and tap the magnifying glass icon within the Message field to start editing.
2. Personalize Your Message:
   • Insert name tags (either first or last names) to make your messages more personal.
   • Select the position in the message where the name tag should appear.
3. Save Your Customized Message:
   • Confirm your changes by tapping the “Save” icon, ensuring your auto reply contains the customized content.

Managing the ‘Do Not Reply’ List

1. Access the List:
   • Tap the pencil icon to edit the “Do Not Reply List.”
2. Block Phone Numbers:
   • Choose to block a single phone number, multiple numbers, or specific contacts.
   • For a single number, enter the complete number including the city and country code.
   • To block a range, input numbers starting and ending the range (e.g., +1 812 100 00 00 to +1 812 999 99 99).
3. Managing Contacts:
   • Select contacts to block and confirm your choices.
4. Review and Manage Blocked Numbers:
   • Regularly review the numbers and make any necessary adjustments or deletions by long-pressing on a contact to open the delete menu.

Adding/Editing Contacts in the ‘Personalized List’

1. Open the Personalized List:
   • Tap the pencil icon to edit your “Personalized List.”
2. Add or Modify Contacts:
   • Add individual contacts or entire groups to the list.
   • Choose contacts one by one, or select entire groups for inclusion.
3. Personalize Messages for Contacts:
   • Write a personal message for the contacts added.
   • Tap “OK” to save each personalized message.
4. Adjust Personal Messages:
   • Click on a contact’s name to open the edit dialog and ensure the correct number is linked to the desired personalized message.
5. Remove Contacts or Numbers:
   • Long press on any contact or number in the list to access and confirm the deletion option.

Scheduling Auto Replies

Setting Auto Reply by Time

1. Adjust Time Settings:
   • Access the time settings field where the default time is set for 2 hours.
   • Modify the start and end times as needed by tapping the respective time fields.

Setting Auto Reply by Dates

1. Configure Date Settings:
   • The start and end dates are preset to the current date. These can be adjusted by tapping the date fields.
   • Set the specific times for the auto reply to activate on the chosen start date and deactivate on the end date.

Setting Auto Reply by Weekdays

1. Select Weekdays:
   • Choose which days of the week you want the auto reply to be active by checking the appropriate boxes.
   • To have the auto reply occur on a weekly basis, enable the “repeat weekly” option.
   • Specify the times for activation and deactivation. For instance, if set for Monday from 7 PM, the end time could be set to 7 AM on Tuesday, ensuring the auto reply turns off the following morning.

Setting Auto Reply by Bluetooth Connection

1. Configure Bluetooth Settings:
   • Select the Bluetooth option to enable auto replies when your phone connects to your car’s Bluetooth system.
   • Choose the appropriate Bluetooth connection for which the auto reply should activate.

Each setting offers flexibility and ensures that your auto replies are sent according to specific times, dates, weekdays, or upon establishing a Bluetooth connection, enhancing your communication efficiency while using the SMS Auto Reply PRO Android App.

Turning Auto Replies ON / OFF

1. Activating Auto Reply for Future Use:
   • Enable the auto reply to activate at a later time, which will place it into “waiting mode.”
2. Immediate Activation of Auto Reply:
   • To have the auto reply start immediately, activate it to switch to “active mode,” highlighted by a light blue background on your screen.
3. Toggling Auto Replies On and Off:
   • Manually control your auto replies by turning them ON or OFF as needed directly from the app interface.
4. Removing Contacts or Numbers:
   • Long press on an auto reply entry to access and activate the delete menu, allowing you to remove contacts or numbers from your auto reply list.

Manual Control over Auto Replies

1. Setting a Default Auto Reply:
   • Navigate to the app’s settings and tap on the default profile to set a standard auto reply.
2. Selecting a Specific Auto Reply:
   • Choose your desired auto reply by tapping the radio button next to the profile name.
3. Manual On/Off Switch for Default Auto Replies:
   • Adjust the default auto reply settings on the ‘Activate Auto Replies’ screen, where you can toggle them ON or OFF based on your current needs. A long press on the default auto reply will bring up a menu to make further adjustments.

Notification Icons for Auto Reply Status

• Active Auto Reply Icon:
  • An arrow-shaped icon filled in color appears in the device’s notification bar to indicate that the Auto Reply is active and running. The notification will display which auto reply is currently engaged.
• Waiting Auto Reply Icon:
  • An outlined arrow-shaped icon signifies that the auto reply is set but waiting to activate at the scheduled time or under the defined conditions. This helps ensure that the app remains active in the background, preventing it from being closed by system optimizations or third-party apps.

Granting Access to Notifications for Enhanced Functionality

1. Enabling Notification Access:
   • It’s essential to allow notification access for auto replies to function correctly with social messaging apps.
2. Selecting the Auto Reply App in Device Settings:
   • Browse through the list of apps in your device settings to select and set up the SMS Auto Reply PRO App for notification access.
3. Authorizing Notification Access:
   • Tap the “Allow” button to permit the app to display notifications, ensuring that auto replies are executed seamlessly.

Settings: Auto Replies Configuration

There are two categories of settings available in the app: General Settings, which apply globally to the app, and Per Auto Reply Settings, which allow for customized configurations for individual auto replies.

For instance:

• For the “Sleeping” auto reply, you can configure the app to turn the phone’s ringer off.
• For the “Driving” auto reply, you can enable the text to speech service to have messages read out loud automatically.

These flexible settings ensure that each auto reply can be tailored to fit specific needs and situations.

General Settings

1. Accessing General Settings:
   • Navigate to the app menu and select ‘Settings’ to customize various options.
2. Theme Customization:
   • Change the theme to Dark, Light, or use the system default setting.
3. Default Auto Reply Configuration:
   • Choose an auto reply setting to be used as the default for one-touch activation directly from the main screen.

SMS Auto Reply Rules

• Reply to Contacts Only:
  • Configure the app to send auto replies exclusively to saved contacts.
• Reply to Personalized List Only:
  • Set up auto replies for specific numbers grouped in your ‘Personalized List’.
• Reply to Non-Contacts Only:
  • Enable auto replies only for numbers that are not saved in your contacts.
• Wi-Fi Dependent Replies:
  • Activate auto replies only when connected to a Wi-Fi network.

SMS General Reply Rules

• Single Reply Restriction:
  • Ensure that only one reply is sent per contact during an active auto reply session.
• Reply Delay Configuration:
  • Implement a delay before responding to a subsequent message from the same number.
• Silent Mode Activation:
  • Automatically set your device to silent mode during active auto reply sessions.

Text to Speech Rules

• Automatic Reading of All Incoming Messages:
  • Enable Text-to-Speech (TTS) to audibly read all incoming messages upon arrival.
• Selective Reading for Contacts:
  • Configure TTS to read messages aloud only from known contacts.
• Read Without Reply:
  • Set the TTS to activate without sending automatic replies.
• TTS Speed Adjustment:
  • Modify the reading speed of the Text-to-Speech functionality to suit your preferences.

Social Messenger Rules

• Group Message Replies:
  • Customize settings to reply to messages received in groups across various platforms like WhatsApp, Facebook, Viber, and Signal
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Replying to the “Personalized List” Only

1. Customizing the Personalized List:
   • Access the list by tapping the pencil icon on the Add / Edit screen and add or remove contacts or groups as needed.
2. Adding Personal Messages:
   • For each contact or group, write and save personalized messages that reflect the nature of your interaction.
3. Exclusive Replies to the Personalized List:
   • Ensure that only contacts in the ‘Personalized List’ receive personalized replies by selecting this option in the auto reply settings.

Handling Different Messages for Contacts and Non-Contacts

1. Configuration of Messages:
   • Distinguish between responses sent to contacts and non-contacts by setting unique messages for each group, enhancing personalization and relevance of communication.

Managing Auto Replies Reports

Accessing and Managing Reports

1. Accessing Reports:
   • Navigate to the main screen of the app and select “Reports” or access “Sent Messages Reports” from the app’s menu to view all available reports.
2. Viewing Detailed Reports:
   • Click on any report to expand and view detailed information, including who contacted you, Auto Reply Name, and the communication channel used during the period your auto reply was active.

Exporting Data from Reports

1. Exporting Auto Replies Data:
   • To export data related to auto replies, press the “Export” button located within the report view.
   • Specify a file name for the export file and confirm the save location to complete the export process.
2. Exporting Phone Numbers:
   • Similarly, to export a list of auto replies, tap the “Export” button within the phone number report section.
   • Enter a desired file name and choose a directory to save the exported file.

These features allow for thorough tracking and analysis of interactions, ensuring you can review and manage communications effectively. By exporting these details, you can maintain records for further analysis or use them for other business needs.

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