Learn more about Messages
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Create a group conversation
Start a group conversation with your friends and family, give the group a name, and add or remove people from the group.
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Reply to specific messages
In iOS 14 and iPadOS 14, you can reply directly to a specific message and use mentions to call attention to certain messages and people.
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Leave a group conversation
Learn how to mute notifications, or leave a group conversation completely.
Mute or leave a group textPersonalize your messages with effects
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Create and use your Memoji
Make your own Memoji with fun new accessories, hairstyles, and headwear. Then create as many alter egos as you want in Messages and FaceTime.
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Add a personal touch
Express yourself with bubble, full-screen, and camera effects.
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Use your own Apple ID for Family Sharing
When you set up Family Sharing, make sure that everyone uses their own Apple ID.
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Have a question?
Ask everyone. Our Apple Support Community can help you find answers.
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