Device Guides
How to
Set up your tablet for iMessaging
You can send iMessages to phone numbers or email addresses if the recipient has a device that supports iMessage. Before you can set up your tablet for iMessaging, you need to activate your Apple ID.
List view
Find "Messages"
Tap Settings.
Tap Messages.
Turn on sending of iMessages
Tap the indicator next to "iMessage" to turn on the function.
Return to the home screen
Slide your finger upwards starting from the bottom of the screen to return to the home screen.