how do I disable message notifications

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how do I disable message notifications

I do not want my text messages to interfere with what I am doing on my macbook. How do I disable notifications on macbook pro so they only appear on my iPhone??

MacBook Pro, OS X Yosemite (10.10.3)

Posted on Apr 11, 2015 2:07 PM

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Answer 1

John Galt

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Apr 11, 2015 5:47 PM in response to KimberleyHowell

Two ways, depending on whether you want to disable the account or all Messages notifications.

Messages menu > Preferences > Accounts. Select that account and de-select the checkbox "Enable this account".
System Preferences > Notifications > Messages. Select "None"

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Answer 2

Apr 11, 2015 5:49 PM in response to John Galt

Thank you! I've had iPhones for the past few years, but have just ventured into the world of Mac, so I have much to learn! I appreciate your help

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Answer 3

John Galt

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Apr 11, 2015 6:05 PM in response to KimberleyHowell

Great! You'll find that iPhones and Macs go together like peas in a pod. Greater than the sum of their parts.

Here are some of the features: https://www.apple.com/ios/whats-new/continuity/

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Answer 4

Apr 11, 2015 6:13 PM in response to John Galt

WOW! That's fantastic! I'm beginning to see why people go from PC to MAC! Thank you for sharing that information. I'm looking forward to getting to know my Mac! I have a strong it is capable of much more than I could have ever imagined :-)

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