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How do I get my iMessage to show my number instead of my email?
Go to your iPhone’s settings. Go to your phone’s iMessage section, then tap on the Send and Receive section. Simply click on the option which shows the New Conversation From. Tap the phone number instead of showing the email.
Why is iMessage using email instead of phone number?
It is simply using the email (which is likely your Apple ID), as an identifier of your device. This lets other Apple users send you a message to either your phone number or email address.
How do you put your phone number in Messages?
Set up your phone number
- Go to Settings > Messages and make sure iMessage is on.
- Tap Send & Receive.
- In the “You can receive iMessages” section, make sure your phone number and Apple ID are selected.
How do I send iMessages from my phone number?
First, on your iPhone, go to Settings > Messages > Send & Receive.
- In Settings, find and tap Messages.
- Make sure your phone number is selected.
- If your Apple ID has been used to sign in to your Mac, click yes.
- From the Messages menu bar option, open Preferences.
How do I start a conversation with my phone number in iMessage?
Open the Messages app and click “Messages” in the Menu Bar, followed by “Preferences.” Click the “iMessage” tab to see options associated with the messaging service. Finally, click the drop-down box beneath “Start new conversations from” and select the number or email address you wish to use.
Why is my email address coming up when I text someone?
Go under “Settings, Messages” and look at the “Receive At” line. If it shows “2 Addresses” instead of just your phone number, tap on it, then tap on your Apple ID and choose “Sign out” from the choices. Next, turn iMessage OFF and back out of Settings. Finally, go back into Settings and turn iMessage ON again.
Can you use a phone number instead of an email address?
To use a phone number rather than an email address, we will need to open the “Settings” . From there, scroll down to and tap “Messages” and then “Send & Receive” to configure iMessage’s defaults for starting new conversations.
How can I get my iMessage to show my phone number?
You just have to make sure to leave your phone number as it is. Go to your iPhone’s settings. Go to your phone’s iMessage section, then tap on the Send and Receive section. Simply click on the option which shows the New Conversation From. Tap the phone number instead of showing the email. Access your Apple account.
How can I get my phone number to change from email?
Go to Settings > Messages > Send & Receive. Select the info icon by your email and choose Remove This Email. Then turn on sms, turn off iMessage and after a minute turn imessage on again and the email should be gone.
What does it mean to use phone number in iMessage?
Settings → Messages → Send & Receive → Start New Conversations From. Starting new conversations in iMessage means that your current settings will be used with respect to your identification. You may opt to use one of the connected email accounts, or your phone number that is registered with your Apple ID.