{"id":18380,"date":"2022-05-13T02:48:43","date_gmt":"2022-05-13T09:48:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/datemixstaging.wpengine.com\/?p=18380"},"modified":"2024-04-09T12:58:58","modified_gmt":"2024-04-09T19:58:58","slug":"how-guys-text-when-they-like-you","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.zoosk.com\/date-mix\/texting\/how-guys-text-when-they-like-you\/","title":{"rendered":"How Guys Text When They Like You \u2013 Revealed By Guys Themselves"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

It\u2019s never easy figuring out if somebody likes you back. And, it\u2019s twice as tricky when you\u2019re trying to judge by text alone. That said, if you want to be successful in dating<\/a>, you\u2019re gonna need to learn how guys text when they like you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Everybody texts differently. But, there are definitely some indicators that a guy likes you. We\u2019ve asked a ton of different guys their thoughts on texting when they like someone, to settle this once and for all. Below, you\u2019ll find a full crash course on how guys text their crush. <\/p>\n\n\n

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How Guys Text When They Like You: Step by Step<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

They go heavy on the emojis<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

These days, there\u2019s an emoji for almost everything. It\u2019s almost like they were invented to clear up possibly misunderstood text situations. If this is a guy who\u2019s aware that you don\u2019t know his level of sarcasm or sense of humor yet, he\u2019ll go out of his way to make sure that emojis will help show when he\u2019s joking. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

He\u2019ll also reveal his playful nature. If he\u2019s not an emoji guy, adding \u201clol\u201d to the end of sentences will let you know he\u2019s being lighthearted. He\u2019s almost certainly not actually<\/em> laughing out loud. But, he very well may be smiling when he sent you that text \u2013 which, of course, is how a guy texts when he likes you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

They\u2019ll find any excuse to start up a new conversation<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

If he\u2019s bored, it suddenly seems like you\u2019re his go-to person. You may get a few texts that just say \u201chey\u201d or \u201cwhat\u2019s up?\u201d If he wasn\u2019t interested, he wouldn\u2019t even bother. But you\u2019re on his mind, and he just wants any sort of excuse to talk to you. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Some of these early conversations might be your best because there\u2019s still so much you\u2019re learning about each other. Every text can be something new.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

He\u2019s not afraid to double text<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

It may seem like there are a lot of etiquette rules out there, but double texting<\/a> is fairly new. As the name implies, it\u2019s when a guy texts you after you haven\u2019t texted back. When a guy double texts you, it\u2019s a pretty clear sign he\u2019s interested. Sure, it might make him look a little needy, but he likes you to the point where he\u2019d rather take the chance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

He\u2019ll also be the one to text you first<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

How do guys text when they like you? Very frequently, for one thing. You don\u2019t have to worry about being the person to start things up \u2013 he has no problem texting you first, regardless of what time it is. He\u2019ll also send you a text at midnight if it\u2019s something he might forget to tell you in the morning, or if he sees something that reminds him of you. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This maneuver has two purposes. He\u2019s striking up a conversation for you to reply to first thing in the morning and is also secretly hoping you\u2019re awake for a spontaneous late-night chat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

He\u2019s got a bunch of questions, and some of them are straight-up bizarre<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Instead of just asking about your favorite movie or musical group, his \u201cgetting to know you\u201d questions are a lot more creative. He wants to know what celebrity you\u2019d bring with you on a desert island, and the one television show you\u2019d wish out of existence if you had the power.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This is because he\u2019s making sure he\u2019s compatible with you, and having fun together is all part of it. He\u2019ll ask you questions about your job, and your family, but potentially avoid questions about your past relationships. Aside from, \u201ccurrently seeing anyone?\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

He won\u2019t be too crude unless you\u2019re the one who sends the suggestive text first<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

An important part of learning how guys text when they like you is understanding that, despite the fact guys are often bold when it comes to texts and sex<\/a>, if he\u2019s really into you, he\u2019ll be more conservative at first. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

That\u2019s because, with you, he\u2019s got so much more on his mind and doesn\u2019t want to blow it by sounding perverted or making you uncomfortable. However, if you bring up the topic first, he\u2019ll be down to chat about it (and probably intrigued that you made the first move.)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

He hints at a hangout<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even though it\u2019s perfectly fine to hang out with a guy as a friend, this guy seems really into the idea of making plans. If he\u2019s brought it up many times, that\u2019s him subtly asking you out on a date. Don\u2019t be afraid to say yes if you think he\u2019s got real potential.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If it seems like your phone is constantly blowing up, this guy is definitely crushing on you. Think about it \u2014 when was the last time you had a day-long text conversation with a guy who\u2019s just a friend?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Look Out for the Details<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

As guys, we can be pretty mysterious when it comes to texting. It\u2019s not always easy to judge emotions through a text message. That\u2019s why, when figuring out how guys text when they like you, it\u2019s important to look out for the details.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Pay attention to the flow of conversation, the language he uses, how often he texts, and whether he seems keen to meet up. And, when you do meet for a first date<\/a>, look out for his body language too. These things will help you to determine his true feelings for you.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

It\u2019s never easy figuring out if somebody likes you back. And, it\u2019s twice as tricky when you\u2019re trying to judge by text alone. That said, if you want to be successful in dating, you\u2019re gonna need to learn how guys text when they like you. Everybody texts differently. 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