If you’re not getting texts on your computer, I’m about to change your life. It makes replying to your aunt’s 500-word text essay or your kid’s money bag emoji much easier. Most of us type so much faster on a real keyboard.
You can do it on Windows and Mac. Let me walk you through it.
From your Mac
iMessage is Apple’s messaging service tied to your Apple ID — the same login info you use in the App Store, iTunes Store and iCloud. It’s simple to send texts, SMS messages, and even FaceTime from your Mac or iPad.
If you haven’t set up iMessage, enter your Apple ID info and hit Sign in. To start a new conversation:
- Click the New Message button at the top of the Messages window.
- Type in your recipient’s name, email address or phone number. To start a group conversation, add more recipients.
- Type your message in the field at the bottom of the window, then press Return to send it.
On a Windows PC
If you use an Android, there’s a good chance you use the Messages by Google app to send and receive texts. Update the latest version of Messages on your phone, then set this up right in your browser.
- Go to messages.google.com/web on your PC and you’ll get a QR code.
- Open Messages on your phone and tap the three dots in the top-right corner, then Messages for web.
- Tap the QR code scanner and point your phone at your computer screen.
- You should now see your conversations on the left side of your computer screen.
📧 You can also send a text via email if none of those options cut it. Get the steps here, along with the special codes for each provider.
