This article explains how to use Check In and how it works.

Tap the+next to the message field.

Limited access supplies your current location, phone battery level, and cellular signal strength.

Steps to create a Check In in the Messages app on an iPhone.

Tap your preference and tapContinue.

TapSend a Check In.

The Check In appears in your Messages app.

The final steps to add a Check In where you choose the amount of data you’d like to send to your recipient.

TapEditto set the location you’re going to and when you expect to be there.

Tap theWhen I arrivetab.

TapChangeto the set location where you’re going.

To set when Check In should send you a notification, tap theAfter a timertab.

If you respond, all is well.

If not, the person you send the Check In to gets a notification.

Edit the text message that will be sent along with the Check In, if you want.

TapSendto send the Check In.

ChooseCancel Check InorAdd Extra Timeto change the configs.

The feature is a smart combination of tools built into the iPhone.

FAQ

In the Facebook app, select thestatusfield like you’re going to make a post.

In the options at the bottom of the post, selectCheck In.

Choose your location, write a note if you want, and then selectPost.