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How to use iMessage on Mac
By John-Anthony Disotto last updated
Messages for macOS is a great way to stay in touch with the people you know, here's how to use iMessage on Mac.
How to leave a group chat on iPhone
By John-Anthony Disotto last updated
How to leave a group chat on iPhone so you don't have to see those annoying iMessage notifications again!
How to make a GIF on iPhone
By John-Anthony Disotto last updated
Make a gif on iPhone using the Photos app and impress all your friends with your animated photos.
How to get SMS text messages on your iPad
By Luke Filipowicz last updated
With SMS/MMS relay you can send and receive "green bubble" text and multimedia messages on your iPad as easily as on your iPhone!
How to sync your iMessage history and attachments to a new Mac
By Christine Chan published
Just get a new Mac and wondering how to get your entire Messages history onto your new Mac without too much effort? Here's how!
How to view and manage links and attachments in iMessage for iPhone and iPad
By Christine Chan published
You've probably sent a ton of various links and attachments to others in your Messages app. Here's how you can view and manage them all in one place without searching through entire conversations.
How to use Messages with Siri on iPhone and iPad
By Christine Chan published
Siri can be a lifesaver when you need to send or check messages in certain situations. Here's how to master your messages with just your voice.
How to mute, block, and report spam on iMessage for iPhone and iPad
By Luke Filipowicz, Adam Oram, Christine Chan published
You can mute, block, or report iMessages with ease meaning you don't have to hear from people you don't want to.
How to use iMessage groups on iPhone and iPad
By Luke Filipowicz, Mick Symons published
Thanks to groups in iMessages, you can share almost anything you like with all your family and friends. And it's easy to set up.
How to share location, contacts, and more with iMessage on iPhone or iPad
By Marc Lagace, Luke Filipowicz last updated
iMessage lets you do more than send text, images, and video. You can also send things like locations and contact cards thanks to Share Sheet.
How to send a message with Siri on Apple Watch
By Joseph Keller published
Using Siri on your Apple Watch is a great way to shoot off a quick message without pulling out your iPhone.
How to mark up photos in Messages on iPhone and iPad
By Joseph Keller, Jaclyn Kilani published
Learn how to use the iOS Markup editor to doodle, call out, and add text to your photos from within the Messages app.
How to quickly save multiple pictures and videos in Messages for iPhone and iPad
By Tory Foulk published
Saving pictures and videos in the Messages app for iPhone and iPad doesn't have to take forever.
How to use Echo effect in Messages on iPhone and iPad
By Joseph Keller last updated
Want to know how to use the Echo screen effect in Messages? Here’s how!
How to send someone your heartbeat with Apple Watch or iPhone
By Luke Filipowicz, Joseph Keller last updated
Learn how to send your heartbeat to a friend or loved one using your Apple Watch.
How to use Animoji, stickers, and animated effects in Messages on iOS 12
By Joseph Keller last updated
Big changes are coming to the camera in Messages in iOS 12. Here’s what’s up.
How to manage group messages on a Mac
By Tory Foulk published
Are you too popular? Do you have too many group chats and need to manage them all? Here's how to do it all on the Mac.
How to adjust the settings of Messages for Mac
By Joseph Keller published
Learn how to take control of the smaller aspects of Messages for Mac, such as setting a new alert sound, or choosing where your files should be saved.
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