Apple iPad Pro 12.9 (2021)

Apple iPad Pro 12.9 (2021)

iPadOS 18

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I can't send and receive iMessages on my Apple iPad Pro 12.9 (2021) iPadOS 18

Cause 1 of 4: There are problems activating iMessage

The first time you activate iMessage, it may take a while before the activation is completed.

Solution: Turn off iMessages and try setting up your tablet for iMessaging again after some time.

Step 1 of 5

Find "Messages"

Press Settings.

Step 2 of 5

Find "Messages"

Press Apps.

Step 3 of 5

Find "Messages"

Press Messages.

Step 4 of 5

Turn on iMessage

Press the indicator next to "iMessage" to turn on the function.

Step 5 of 5

Return to the home screen

Slide your finger upwards starting from the bottom of the screen to return to the home screen.

1 Find "Messages"

Press Settings.

Press Apps.

Press Messages.

2 Turn on iMessage

Press the indicator next to "iMessage" to turn on the function.

3 Return to the home screen

Slide your finger upwards starting from the bottom of the screen to return to the home screen.