On Android devices, the red dot that appears next to text messages is often an indicator of a “failed” or “unsent” message. Here are some specific contexts in which you might see a red dot:
Failed Message: If you’ve sent a message and it did not go through for some reason (such as a lack of internet connection, the recipient’s phone being off, or network issues), a red dot may appear next to the message to indicate that it was not delivered successfully.
Draft Messages: In some messaging apps, a red dot can signify that a message is still in draft form and hasn’t been sent yet. This can help you identify which messages need to be sent.
Notification of Unread Messages: In some applications, a red dot or badge may indicate that there are unread messages in the chat. This is a way to alert you that you have new messages that you have not yet viewed.
Message Errors: If there’s a problem with the message being sent, such as an unsupported file type or size, a red dot might indicate that there was an issue with that specific message.
The specific meaning can vary depending on the messaging app you are using (like Google Messages, WhatsApp, or others), so it’s always a good idea to check the app’s documentation or help section for precise definitions.