If you’re not much of a texter, you might be missing out on some great conversations.

According toStatistic Brain, each month sees nearly 600 billion texts sent.

Texting compatibility has become an increasingly important factor in today’s dating market: Who texts first?

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How long before they respond?

Are you excited when you get a notification and see their name pop up on your screen?

Often, you use texting for many of the get-to-know-you questions.

woman looking at phone concerned

You’re texting every day, and you just click.

Dating coach Sami Wunder calls this the “texting trap.”

Because honestly, there are men out there who just want a beautiful pen pal.

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When you’re waiting on the next move, try shooting your shot.

Recommend that you meet up for coffee or attend a happy hour later this week.

If they give you excuses, even charming, emoji-filled ones, it’s probably time to move on.