Hands-On Apple 101

Join Mikah Sargent as he ventures into the realm of the Messages app for macOS, helping you uncover all the hidden gems and features you might be missing out on. In the first part of this episode, we take a closer look at how you can personalize your name and photo, and share them with your contacts. Discover how to select a unique sound effect to notify you of incoming messages and enable messages in iCloud to sync them across devices. We also reveal how you can enable read receipts, so your contacts know when you've seen their message.

In the second half, we shed light on the functional features of the Messages app that make communication effortless. Learn how to utilize the edit menu for tasks like searching messages, adjusting text size, and even inviting someone to share your screen. We discuss how to manage alerts, block contacts, delete conversations, and send files or emails. Discover how to activate FaceTime audio or video, undo sent messages, pin conversations, and send replies to specific messages. If you're a Mac user, you don't want to miss out on these valuable tips and tricks!

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