Text message size compared to older Edges

mtnc

See how small the text message is on this huge crystal clear Edge 1050 screen?  Why is it bigger on my nine year old Edge 830?  I called Garmin about that today, apparently there are no options for font size except on maps.  My Fenix 8 has an option to make the text bigger, why not the 1050?  It's sad that I can read messages on my tiny watch but not on Garmin's largest cycling GPS. I'm old (soon to be 65) and I can't read text messages unless I stop, and even then it's a struggle.  I have to get my phone out most of the time.  Bummer.  I bought a bigger Edge thinking the font would be at least as big as the 830.

IF YOU FEEL THE SAME WAY...

Call Garmin at 1-800-800-1020

They have a call back option so you don't have to sit and wait on hold.  It works very well.  Ask for

BIGGER FONTS

If calling isn't your thing, then maybe please leave a suggestion on their Share Ideas page.

Link to Share Ideas page

  • 0

    Agree - the screen is so clear but I also have older eyes so reading whilst riding is a real struggle .  If Garmin are reading this then the ability to change font size would be a real benefit to lots of us - plenty of people either ride with all say the same.

  • 0 in reply to AndyClutterbuck

    Will you call Garmin with this info or at least share your opinion with them on their "Share" site please? Nothing gets done without our action. Get your friends to do the same if possible. Thx.

  • +1

    Thank you both for taking the time to share your feedback regarding the text message display on the Edge 1050! While we cannot guarantee if or when a change may be implemented, we value hearing how this behavior impacts your experience.

    It looks like  has already contacted Garmin Support about this, and I've noted the additional feedback provided by .

    As mentioned by the OP, the Garmin Ideas Portal is a great place to submit product improvement suggestions and feature requests, as it helps us understand which enhancements are most important to users.

    We're always looking for ways to improve the customer experience, and we appreciate you taking the time to let us know what would make the Edge 1050 work better for you. **