Issue

How to block text messages on a Moto G. How to block incoming calls on a Moto G. How to block sms and calls on a Moto G smartphone. How to block a number on a Moto G 1st gen, Moto G 2nd gen or Moto G3rd gen.

How-to

Blocking incoming calls and text from a Number:

  • Open the “Contacts” app
  • Select the name of the contact that you wish to block
  • Tap the pencil icon to edit the contact
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  • Press the “Menu” icon depicting three vertical dots
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  • Tap to select “All calls to Voicemail“.
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Unblocking calls  and texts from a Number:

  • Open the “Contacts” app
  • Select the name of the contact that you wish to unblock
  • Tap “Menu” and make sure “All calls to Voicemail” is unchecked.

How to block messages in Hangouts or Messenger:

  • Open Hangouts or Messenger
  • Open the conversation with the number you wish to block
  • Tap on the menu button (three dots) in the top right
  • Tap People & options
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  • Block (contact name or number)
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  • Confirm by tapping OK