Use Messenger Without a Facebook Account:

    • At the login screen, select the option to sign up without a Facebook account.
    • Register using only your phone number.

Access Messenger on the Web:

    • Visit Messenger.com to access a standalone web-based Messenger service.
    • Sign in and use Messenger on your PC without opening Facebook.

Play Instant Games:

    • Access built-in games by tapping the plus symbol in a conversation and selecting the 'games' icon.
    • Play games like Snake, PAC-MAN, Solitaire, and Tomb Runner without leaving the app.

Make Plans with Reminders:

    • In a conversation, tap the four dots next to the typing field and select 'Reminders.'
    • Schedule a time, activity, and location, and send timely reminders to all participants.

Assign Nicknames to Friends:

    • Tap the name at the top of a chat window, then select 'Nicknames' to assign labels for group members.
    • Nicknames are visible only in that specific conversation.

Share Your Location:

    • In a conversation, tap the four dots, select 'Location,' and choose 'Share Live Location' to share your live location for 60 minutes.

Mute Notifications:

    • Swipe left on a chat in the main chat screen and tap the bell icon to mute notifications for a specified duration.
    • Adjust sound and vibration settings in the Notifications menu.

Leave Groups:

    • In a group chat, tap the group name, scroll to the bottom, and select 'Leave Group' to exit without notification.

React to Messages:

    • Press and hold a message to send a quick 'reaction' using various emoticons.

Quote & Reply to Messages:

    • Press and hold a message in a group chat, then tap the arrow icon to reply and quote the specific message.

Unsend Messages:

    • Press and hold a message sent within the last 10 minutes and choose 'Remove for Everyone' to delete it.

Chat with Brands:

    • Search for a brand within Messenger to contact businesses through the app.
    • Communicate with brands, share files, and send GIFs.

Find Filtered Messages:

    • Access filtered messages by tapping the 'People' tab, selecting the requests icon, and reviewing messages from non-contacts.

Customize Chat Colors:

    • Change the color of a conversation by heading into settings, tapping 'Color,' and selecting from a range of shades.

Sync Contacts:

    • Enable 'Sync Contacts' to continuously scan your contacts list for new numbers and people to message.

Edit Photos Within Messenger:

    • Open an image in a chat, tap the pencil icon, and add text, doodles, or emojis to edit the photo.

Use Dark Mode:

    • Toggle Dark Mode in the settings menu (accessed by tapping your profile photo) to reduce screen glare in low light.

Find More Sticker Packs:

    • Tap the smiley icon, go to the 'Stickers' tab, and click the plus button to explore and download new sticker packs.

Kick People Out or Adjust Admin Rights in Group Chats:

    • In a group chat, tap the group name, scroll to the list of members, and choose to 'Remove from Group' or 'Remove as Admin.'

Conduct Polls:

    • Create polls in a chat by tapping the dots symbol and selecting 'Polls' to make decisions or gather opinions.

Broadcast Your Story:

    • Tap the '+' symbol with 'Your story' at the top of the chat screen to share pictures or videos with filters, stickers, and polls.

Share Music via Spotify:

    • If logged in to Spotify via Facebook, access the Spotify app in Messenger to share recent songs or search for specific tracks.

Send Money to Contacts:

    • Use the Payments option to send or request money to/from Messenger contacts in the USA.

Encrypt Chat for Privacy:

    • Enable 'secret conversation' for end-to-end encryption by tapping the name of a chat buddy and selecting the option.

Change Your Number:

    • Change or switch out your mobile number by accessing your profile icon, tapping 'phone,' and updating your number.

Make Free Calls Over Wi-Fi:

    • Initiate voice or video calls in a conversation by tapping the phone or video icon for free Messenger-to-Messenger calling.

Share Profile Codes:

    • Generate a unique code in Messenger that others can scan to add you as a contact quickly.

Get Instant Transport for London Updates:

    • Use the TfL bot in Messenger to get transportation advice, journey planning, and status updates.

Chat with Bots for Various Services:

    • Discover and interact with bots from organizations like Domino's Pizza, CNN, and more for news, pizza, and other services. Use the 'Discover' button for suggestions.

These tips and tricks can enhance your experience with Facebook Messenger, making it a more versatile and personalized communication tool.