text message displays download arrow but will not download

[Android Central Question]

Nothing showing on incoming text line other than icon for contact it is from and the download arrow icon. Checked to make sure I had wifi connected but that didn't help. when download is selected, it just spins....help

 

[ManiacJoe]

Check to see that you have your mobile data turned on. SMS/MMS messages don't always work through wifi yet. (SMS over wifi is a new feature not all apps and carriers support.)

Which phone?
Which version of android?
Which carrier?
Which messaging app?