Discover This Accidental iPhone Messages Trick You’ll Use Constantly
Many iPhone users may not be aware of the exciting features hidden within iMessage. Among these is a handy trick for sending handwritten messages and animated drawings. These features not only add a personal touch but also enhance communication among iPhone users.
Discover the Handwritten Messages Trick
This unique feature allows users to send actual handwritten notes, which recipients see being written in real time. It comes in two formats: traditional handwritten messages and animated sketches using Digital Touch. Both methods are accessible through the iMessage app, but they work solely between Apple devices.
Requirements
- Both sender and recipient must use iMessage.
- The feature is unavailable for messages sent to Android phones.
- By default, handwritten messages expire after two minutes unless settings are adjusted.
How to Send Handwritten Messages
- Open the Handwriting Canvas: Launch the Messages app. Rotate your iPhone to landscape mode. This action will prompt a handwriting canvas to appear, or tap the handwriting icon if it doesn’t show up automatically.
- Compose Your Message: Use your finger to write your message on the canvas. The device captures each stroke. Tap Done when finished.
- Send Your Message: Hit the send button. Your recipient will see your writing animate in real time. You can also quickly reuse saved messages like “Happy Birthday” by tapping on them.
How to Send Animated Sketches Using Digital Touch
- Access Digital Touch: Open the Messages app, select a conversation, and tap the plus icon next to the text field. Swipe up to find additional options and select Digital Touch.
- Create Your Sketch: A black canvas will appear. Use one finger to draw and two fingers to send heartbeat animations. Changing colors is easy; just hold down the color dot and choose a new hue. Your drawing animates automatically once you lift your finger.
Using these features can transform the way you connect with friends and family. Handwritten messages offer a personal touch that typed text simply cannot match. The animated drawings, meanwhile, provide a playful and engaging method of expression.
Once you discover the handwritten messages and Digital Touch features, you’ll likely use them regularly to enhance your iMessage experience.
