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I cannot receive or send text pictures what do I do

I cannot send or receive text pictures why not

iPhone 12 Pro Max, iOS 15

Posted on Jul 13, 2022 2:07 PM

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Posted on Jul 13, 2022 2:15 PM

Assuming you’re talking about communication to non-Apple devices, MMS is required to send/receive pictures in messages.


MMS requires both the following:

  • Settings > Messages > MMS Messaging = “on”
  • Permission to use MMS under your plan from your cellular carrier. This may cost extra.
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Jul 13, 2022 2:15 PM in response to BigRog69

Assuming you’re talking about communication to non-Apple devices, MMS is required to send/receive pictures in messages.


MMS requires both the following:

  • Settings > Messages > MMS Messaging = “on”
  • Permission to use MMS under your plan from your cellular carrier. This may cost extra.

I cannot receive or send text pictures what do I do

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