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MMS Messaging on iPad? How to turn it on?

How do I turn on MMS Messaging on iPad? It won’t send text messages without it.


iPad Air, iOS 12

Posted on Jul 7, 2021 9:49 AM

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Posted on Jul 7, 2021 10:00 AM

You don't. It's not an option on an iPad.


In order to send SMS/MMS messages from your iPad, you need to link it properly to your iPhone:


How to forward SMS/MMS text messages from your iPhone to your iPad, iPod touch or Mac - Apple Support


If you don't have an iPhone, you are out of luck.

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MMS Messaging on iPad? How to turn it on?

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