Device guides for

Apple iPad (5th generation)

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Getting started

Basic functions

Calls and contacts

Messages and email

Manage apps and data

Camera

Internet and data

Global services

Troubleshooting

Specifications

Write and send iMessage

You can send iMessages to phone numbers or email addresses if the recipient has a device that supports iMessage. Before you can send and receive iMessages, you need to set up your tablet for iMessaging.