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Apple iPad Pro 12.9 (2018)
iOS 12.1
Write and send an iMessage
You can send iMessages to phone numbers or email addresses if the recipient has a device which supports iMessage. To write and send iMessages, you need to set up your tablet for iMessaging.
1. 1. Create new iMessage
Press the message icon.
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Press the new message icon.
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2. 2. Select recipient
Press the field next to "To:" and key in the first letters of the recipient's name.
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Press the required contact.
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3. 3. Send iMessage
Press iMessage and key in the required text.
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Press the send icon.
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You can also send pictures, video clips, audio files and different effects in your iMessage. Follow the instructions on the screen to send your iMessage with the required content.
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4. 4. 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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