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Why can’t I send an sms on my iPad 6th gen. Only iMessage

Why can’t I send an sms on my iPad 6th gen. Only iMessage

iPad, iPadOS 15

Posted on Feb 18, 2022 9:03 PM

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Posted on Feb 18, 2022 9:08 PM

Jane713 Said:

"Why can’t I send an sms on my iPad 6th gen. Only iMessage"

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Troubleshooting Messaging:

A. Try Setting it Up Correctly:

Go Here: Use Messages on your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch - Apple Support

B. Enable Messages in ScreenTime:

Go to: Settings
Tap: Screen Time
Tap: Allowed Apps
Tap: Messages (So it is in "ALLOWED APPS")

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Feb 18, 2022 9:08 PM in response to Jane713

Jane713 Said:

"Why can’t I send an sms on my iPad 6th gen. Only iMessage"

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Troubleshooting Messaging:

A. Try Setting it Up Correctly:

Go Here: Use Messages on your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch - Apple Support

B. Enable Messages in ScreenTime:

Go to: Settings
Tap: Screen Time
Tap: Allowed Apps
Tap: Messages (So it is in "ALLOWED APPS")

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Why can’t I send an sms on my iPad 6th gen. Only iMessage

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