Open Messages on your iPhone or iPad
Start a new message or open an existing conversation
Type your message
Press and hold the Send button
Tap Screen to add full-screen effects
Swipe left or right to choose an effect
Tap Send to deliver the message with the selected effect
Press and hold the Send button again
Tap Bubble to add a bubble effect
Select an effect such as Slam, Loud, Gentle, or Invisible Ink
Tap Send to deliver the message with the bubble effect
Use Invisible Ink to hide the message until it is tapped
Turn on Reduce Motion in Accessibility settings if effects are not working
Make sure iMessage is enabled and you have an internet connection