How to Send SMS Messages from Your Computer or Tablet

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For many people, SMS messages (aka text messages) are an even more important communication medium than email, Facebook Messenger or What's App. Text messages live on your phone are usually tied to your  phone number, but the good news is that you can send and receive them on other devices. For instance, iPhone users can sync their SMS messages to their Macs and iPads, and PC users can text with Cortana and third-party software such as mysms and Pushbullet. 

Not only is this convenient when your smartphone is in another room, but it allows your focus to stay on the screen you're currently using, and not get siphoned off to your phone.

Send SMS Messages from Your Computer or Tablet

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Henry T. Casey

Henry was a contributing writer at Laptop Mag. He penned hundreds of articles, including helpful how-tos for Windows, Mac, and Gmail. Henry has also written about some of the best Chromebooks, and he has reviewed many Apple devices, including various MacBook Air laptops. He is now a managing editor at our sister site Tom's Guide, covering streaming media, laptops, and all things Apple.