Fortunately, Apple has a feature that allows you to handwrite a quick message in iMessages.

The thing is, you’d probably never find it if you didn’t know where to look.

Start or open an iMessage and then turn your machine sideways into Landscape mode.

The Sketch option in the iPhone keyboard.

You’ll notice a new button on the right side of your keyboard.

At the bottom of the screen, you’ll find messages that you’ve created in the past.

If this is the first time you’ve used the Sketch function, a few pre-made samples are there.

The Sketch box on iPhone.

Use caution when using theUndobutton.

When you’re finished with your message or sketch, tapDone.

Now your handwritten message or sketch is in an iMessage.

The Undo option in the sketch feature of iOS.

you’re free to add additional text using the keyboard or add emojis using the App Bar.

When you’re done, tap the blueSendarrow to send your message.

Open or create an iMessage.

The Done option in the Sketch feature of iMessage.

In theApp Bar(also called the App Drawer), find and tap theDigital Touchicon.

Then use your finger or a stylus to sketch or write a message in the text window provided.

When you’re done, tap theSendicon.

The text and emoji options in iMessage.

you might also add them to videos and pictures.

Start a message and choose theDigital Touchicon.

Tap the video camera icon to the right of the Digital Touch drawing space.

The send option in iMessage.

Tap the red button to record a video or the white button to take a snapshot.

When you’re finished, tap theSendarrow to send the message.

Screenshots showing how to use the Digital Touch option in iMessage.

Screenshots showing a fire ball, kiss, and heartbeat in iMessage.

Screenshots of adding Digital Touch effects to photos and videos in iMessage.