Sample Text of Exact Length
Generate sample text of an exact length: 160 characters for an SMS, 280 for a post, 1,600 for a long message, or any number you need. Useful for testing forms, fields and message templates.
Quick lengths:
Reference lengths for testing
| Characters | What it tests |
|---|---|
| 70 | One Unicode SMS (with emoji or non-Latin text) |
| 160 | One standard SMS |
| 161 | The point where a text becomes two segments |
| 280 | A standard post on X |
| 306 | Exactly two SMS segments (153 × 2) |
| 459 | Exactly three SMS segments (153 × 3) |
| 1,600 | A common maximum for long SMS on sending platforms |
See all platform figures in the character limits reference, or ready-made messages in our 160-character SMS examples.
Frequently asked questions
How do I get a sample text of exactly 160 characters?
Press the 160 button and copy the result. The text is cut to exactly that many characters, spaces included, using only standard GSM-7 characters by default, so it fits one SMS.
How can I test a long SMS?
Use a length such as 306 (exactly two segments), 459 (three) or 1600 (a common maximum), then paste it into your SMS platform or the SMS character counter to compare the segment count.
Does the count include spaces?
Yes. Spaces and punctuation count as one character each, which is how SMS and most form fields count them.
Why would I need text of a specific length?
To test form limits, database fields, SMS templates, layouts and truncation. A known length shows exactly where text is cut off.