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# Send a typing indicator to a recipient

> Guide to send a typing indicator to a recipient 

## <Icon icon="shuffle" /> **Typing Indicators in Arnio API**

The **Arnio API** includes an endpoint that lets you send a typing indicator (the familiar three animated dots) to iMessage recipients. This creates a more natural, conversational feel and can be useful across different scenarios:

### **Usage**

You can trigger a typing indicator by calling the **/api/send-typing-indicator** endpoint.

* A chat must already exist with the recipient, and there must have been recent message activity.
* Typing indicators are **not currently supported in group chats**.
* This endpoint requires authentication — include your Arnio API credentials with the request.

### **Delivery Notes**

Typing indicators are sent on a **best-effort basis**:

* If the last message was sent too long ago, the indicator may not be delivered.
* If the recipient is not on iMessage, the indicator may not display.
* In these cases, the API will still return a **SENT** status, but the typing indicator will not appear to the end user.