Tesla's natural language processing grew more robust in 2020, allowing for hundreds of "helpful text" commands to control vehicle functions.
Commands like "I'm cold" (to raise heat) or "Set temperature to 70 degrees" are standard.
The car can dictate incoming messages to you. To reply, press the right scroll wheel once, dictate your response, and press it again to send. Voice Command Expansion
You can say "Open the glovebox," "Fold mirrors," or "Increase screen brightness" to avoid digging through menus while driving. How to Set Up Messaging (2020 Models)
You can dismiss an incoming message by double-pressing the right scroll wheel on the steering wheel, rather than swiping the screen.