I have problems sending and receiving text messages on my Huawei P30 lite New Edition

Press the message icon.

Press Start chat.

Press the field next to 'To' and key in the first letters of the recipient's name.

Press the required contact.

Press the text input field and write the text for your text message.

Press the send icon when you've finished your text message.

Press the Home key to return to the home screen.