
Sending drawings in text messages on your iPhone can be a fun way to communicate with friends and family. You can use the built-in Markup feature to create and send drawings.
To start, open the Messages app and select the conversation you want to send a drawing to. Tap the "App Drawer" icon, which looks like a square with an arrow pointing up. This will reveal a list of available apps, including Markup.
To create a drawing, tap on the Markup app and select the "Draw" tool. You can then use your finger to draw on the screen, and the Markup app will convert your drawing into a digital image.
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Sending Drawings
To send a drawing in an iMessage, you can use the Digital Touch feature. To access Digital Touch, tap the '+' icon located at the bottom left corner of the screen, and then swipe up to access more apps. Select the 'Digital Touch' app, which looks like a heart icon with two fingers.
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You can also send animated effects using specific gestures. Tap the canvas with one finger to send a circular burst of color, or tap and hold with one finger to send a fireball animation. Tap with two fingers to send a kiss animation, or tap and hold with two fingers to send a heartbeat animation.
Here are the different animated effects you can send using gestures:
How to Send a Digital Message
To send a digital message in iMessage, you can use the Digital Touch feature. This feature allows you to send handwritten messages or quick drawings to your friends and family.
First, open or create an iMessage, and then find the Digital Touch icon in the App Bar. If you don't see it, you can tap the circle with three dots in it, then tap Edit, and look for it in the list.
To change the color of your ink, tap the color dot on the left side of the Digital Touch window. You can also use your finger or a stylus to sketch or write a message in the text window provided.
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To send your digital message, simply tap the Send icon. Alternatively, you can draw in iMessage by tapping the '+' icon in the Messages app, then selecting the Digital Touch app.
A drawing canvas will appear at the bottom of your screen, where you can choose your preferred color by tapping on the colored dots. You can also swipe up to expand the canvas to full screen if you prefer more space to draw.
Here are some animated effects you can send using specific gestures:
You can also send handwritten messages in iMessage by tapping on the 'Markup' button located at the bottom-left corner of the image, then using the markup tools to draw on the image.
Saving Drawing Before Sending
Saving your drawing before sending it is a good idea, and you can do this by taking a screenshot of your drawing to save it to your photo library.
You can then access your saved screenshot from your photo library, which is convenient in case you need to reference it later.
Taking a screenshot is a quick and easy way to save your drawing, and it's a good habit to get into before sending it.
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iMessage Drawing Options
You can add a personal touch to your text messages by using the iMessage drawing options on your iPhone. The Messages app has a strip at the bottom of the screen that shows several preset cursive text snippets, including 'hello,' 'thank you,' and 'happy birthday,' which can be tapped to load into the canvas for further personalization.
There are seven perfectly penned scripts ready for instant use, including 'hello,' 'thank you,' and 'happy birthday.' These can be tapped to load into the canvas where more drawings can be added.
The bottom panel also shows previous drawings that have been sent, and you can delete some by pressing and holding until they shake, then tapping the 'X' that appears. If the list gets too long, you can delete drawings to keep your conversation tidy.
Editing options are limited to just being able to tap undo, so it's best to keep drawings simple unless looking for a challenge. If you need more full-featured artistic options, consider using another app and then sharing the drawing with the Messages app.
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To add a custom or preset drawing and hand-written text to your iMessage, tap the '+' icon located at the bottom left corner of the screen to open the app drawer, then swipe up to access more apps and select the 'Digital Touch' app. This will open a drawing canvas where you can create your own custom drawing.
Here are the different animated effects you can send using specific gestures in Digital Touch:
- Tap: Sends a circular burst of color.
- Tap and hold with one finger: Sends a fireball animation.
- Tap with two fingers: Sends a kiss animation.
- Tap and hold with two fingers: Sends a heartbeat animation.
- Tap and hold with two fingers, then drag down: Sends a broken heart animation.
These effects are sent automatically once the gesture is completed, making it easy to add a fun and personal touch to your text messages.
Drawing Features
Drawing in text messages on your iPhone can be a fun and creative way to communicate with friends and family. You can use the Messages app to draw on photos and send them to others.
There are several ways to draw on photos in iOS 10 text messages. You can use the Digital Touch app to draw directly on the photo, or you can use the Markup tool to add drawings and text to the photo.
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To use Digital Touch, open the Messages app, select the conversation, and tap the '+' icon to open the app drawer. Swipe up to access more apps and select the 'Digital Touch' app. A drawing canvas will appear at the bottom of your screen, where you can swipe up to expand it to full screen.
You can also use the Markup tool to add drawings and text to a photo. To do this, tap on the photo to open it in the Messages app, then tap on 'Markup' located at the bottom-left corner of the image. Use the markup tools to draw on the image, and when you're finished, tap 'Save' in the top-right corner.
The Messages app offers a range of drawing tools and effects, including animated effects that can be sent using specific gestures. These effects include a circular burst of color, a fireball animation, and a heartbeat animation.
You can also send handwritten messages in iMessage to add a personal touch to your texts. To do this, tap on the '+' icon to open the app drawer, then swipe up to access more apps and select the 'Digital Touch' app.
Here are some tips for drawing in a text message on an iPhone:
- Experiment with tools and colors to make your drawing stand out.
- Practice makes perfect – the more you practice, the better your drawings will become.
- Use undo and redo to correct mistakes.
- Zoom in to add fine details to your drawing.
- Collaborate with friends to send drawings back and forth for a fun and interactive conversation.
Drawing and Photos
You can draw on photos in iOS 10 text messages using the Markup tool. This tool allows you to add custom or preset drawings and hand-written text to photos before sending them.
To access the Markup tool, tap on the photo in the message box, then tap on 'Markup' located at the bottom-left corner of the image. From there, you can use the markup tools to draw on the image. For example, you might add tomato sauce or cheese to the pizza base.
You can also use the Digital Touch feature to draw on photos, which offers various animated effects you can send using specific gestures. These effects are sent automatically once the gesture is completed.
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Draw on Photos in iOS 10
Drawing on photos in iOS 10 text messages is a fun way to add a personal touch to your conversations. You can use the Digital Touch feature to draw on photos, but first, you need to open or create an iMessage conversation.
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To access the Digital Touch feature, find and tap the Digital Touch icon in the App Bar, which is also called the App Drawer. If you don't see the Digital Touch icon, go to the end of the App Bar on the right and tap the circle with three dots in it, then tap Edit and look for it in the list.
Once you're in the Digital Touch window, you can change the color of the ink you're using by tapping the color dot on the left side. Then, use your finger or a stylus to sketch or write a message directly on the photo.
You can also send a digital tap or heartbeat drawing in iMessage by using the same steps to get into the Digital Touch messaging feature. This allows you to create fun messages like a tap, a fireball, a kiss, or a heartbeat that will send automatically once they've been created.
Here are some examples of the different types of digital tap and heartbeat drawings you can send:
Remember, you can take a screenshot of your drawing to save it to your photo library before sending it, so you can keep a copy of your masterpiece.
Do Recipients Need a Device to View My Drawing?

If you're sending a drawing to someone, you might wonder if they need a specific device to view it.
Recipients with iPhones will see your drawing as you intended. Non-iPhone users might receive it as an image file.
To ensure your drawing is displayed correctly, you can consider the device your recipient uses.
Handwritten Messages
There are a few ways to send a handwritten message in iMessages. You can use the sketch method, which involves turning your phone landscape to access a drawing pad.
To send a digital touch message in iMessages, you'll need to open or create an iMessage, then find and tap the Digital Touch icon in the App Bar. If you don't see it, go to the end of the App Bar on the right and tap the circle with three dots in it.
In the Digital Touch window, you can tap the color dot on the left side to change the color of the ink you're using. This is a simple way to add some personality to your handwritten messages.
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If you have an iPhone, you can also enable Auto-Rotate screen and open iMessage in Landscape mode to send a handwritten message. This method is convenient and easy to use.
Handwritten iMessages can be customized with background screen effects, such as balloons, confetti, and love. These effects only apply to handwritten iMessages, not to the other drawing methods.
Here are the steps to send a handwritten message using the iPhone's Messages app:
- Enable Auto-Rotate screen
- Open iMessage Conversation and Rotate your iPhone screen in Landscape mode
- Tap on the Drawing Button to Draw Signature and Send
The iPhone's Messages app also offers preset cursive text snippets, including 'hello,' 'thank you,' happy birthday,' and more. These can be used as a starting point for your handwritten message or as a way to add a personal touch.
Drawing Tips and Requirements
Drawing in text messages on your iPhone can be a fun and creative way to connect with friends and family. To get started, you'll need to open the Messages app and select the conversation you want to draw in.
To draw, you'll need to tap the '+' icon to open the app drawer, then swipe up to access more apps and select the 'Digital Touch' app. This app looks like a heart icon with two fingers. You can also use the Markup tool to draw on images.
Experiment with different tools and colors to make your drawing stand out. Don't be afraid to try new things and see what works best for you. You can use the undo/redo feature to fix mistakes and make adjustments as needed.
If you need to add fine details to your drawing, you can pinch to zoom in. This is especially helpful when drawing small details or intricate designs. You can also use this feature to zoom out and see the bigger picture.
To make your drawings even more interactive, consider collaborating with friends and family. Encourage them to send drawings back and forth for a fun and engaging conversation.
Here are some specific gestures you can use to create animated effects with Digital Touch:
- Tap: Sends a circular burst of color.
- Tap and hold with one finger: Sends a fireball animation.
- Tap with two fingers: Sends a kiss animation.
- Tap and hold with two fingers: Sends a heartbeat animation.
- Tap and hold with two fingers, then drag down: Sends a broken heart animation.
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