How to Print Text Messages from Android phone on a Windows 11?

If you skip backing up your messages or mess up the export process, you'll end up with incomplete or corrupted files. Always double-check that your backup or export actually saved all the messages you need. Trust me, nothing worse than thinking you've got everything only to find out some important texts are missing. Some free apps or tools out there are sketchy, or they haven't been updated in ages. I once tried a free SMS export app that kept crashing, and I wasted time. Stick with well-rated apps like SMS Backup & Restore or similar reputable ones.

To print SMS messages from Android. Exported files can be XML, CSV, or even encrypted. If you try to open a file in the wrong app (like opening an XML in Notepad and expecting it to look pretty), it might look confusing. Best to convert or open it in Word or Excel for readability. When moving files from your phone to your PC, avoid using low-quality cables or unreliable Wi-Fi. Sometimes, a bad connection corrupts files. Use a good USB cable, and if using cloud storage, make sure the upload/download completes fully before opening the files.

Your exported messages might look cluttered or be hard to read. Before printing SMS messages from Android, open the file, tidy up the formatting, delete unnecessary info, and ensure the important messages are easy to see. Otherwise, you'll print out a confusing mess. Always preview your printout before hitting "Print." I once printed a bunch of messages, only to realize I was missing half of them because I didn't scroll down or check the print preview properly.