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Apple iPad (10th Generation)
iPadOS 17
Set up your tablet for iMessaging
You can send iMessages to phone numbers or email addresses if the recipient has a device which supports iMessage. To set up your tablet for iMessaging, you need to activate your Apple ID.
1. 1. Find "Messages"
Press Settings.
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Press Messages.
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2. 2. Turn on iMessage
Press the indicator next to "iMessage" to turn on the function.
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3. 3. Return to the home screen
Slide your finger upwards starting from the bottom of the screen to return to the home screen.
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