Write an article based on this "Check to see if the word is entered correctly. Determine if the number combination creates multiple words. Send your first text message using T9 word."
If the word you wanted is not showing up, make sure you're spelling it correctly. T9 can only predict words found in the dictionary. However, most phones allow you to save or "remember" words you use often, such as names or places not found in the dictionary. Try entering your word again, remembering to only press the number for the letter you need once. Take the time to store words that you want your phone to remember. Different phones have different ways to do this, but play around with your phone to figure out how to create your own personal dictionary. Add anything you know you'll be typing often, like your best friend's name, the town you live in, and so on. If you can't figure out how your specific phone stores words, google "Storing words in T9" along with the model of phone you're using. In other words, the letter combination 2-2-5-5 can create the words "call," "ball," and "balk." Your phone doesn't know which one you need, so this might be your issue. There are a couple ways to fix this, depending on the type of phone you're using. On some phones, you can press the 0 key to shuffle between words with the same number combinations. Some phones use the up and down arrow buttons to shuffle through the words. Make sure you read over your text before you press send. It's not uncommon for T9 mishaps to create awkward or confusing moments, so proofread always. I'm sure you'd rather text your opponent that you can't wait to "kick their butt" rather than "lick their butt"! It may be a slow process at first, but you'll get the hang of it. Soon, you'll be able to type out a T9 message faster than someone with a full keyboard.