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Apple iPad - Record and Send Video via Messaging

2026-10-22 18:04:55.429

Apple iPad - Record and Send Video via Messaging

Here's how to record and send a video on your iPad via the Messages app.
  1. From a Home screen on your Apple® iPad®, tap
    Messages
    Messages icon.
  2. Tap the
    New Message icon
    New message icon (upper-left).
  3. From the 'To' field, enter a 10-digit mobile number.
    Alternatively, enter a contact name. As the name is entered, a matching contact may appear and can be selected at any time.
    Repeat this step as necessary to add additional recipients.
  4. From the 'Text Message' or 'iMessage' field, enter a message.
  5. If necessary, tap the
    Add icon
    Add icon (lower-left) then tap the
    Camera icon
    Camera icon (on the left).
  6. From the camera mode options located along the right side, swipe down to choose VIDEO.
  7. Aim then tap the
    Record icon
    Record icon to begin recording.
    Alternatively, press either volume button located on the left edge of the device.
  8. When finished, tap the
    Stop icon
    Stop to discontinue recording.
  9. Tap
    Done
    (upper-right).
    To discard and record a new video, tap
    Retake
    then repeat step 9.
  10. Tap the
    Send icon
    Send Message Icon.
    The Send icon appears green when sending a text message and blue when using iMessage.