A Necessary Update to Messages
The Messages app got a big and necessary update in macOS Big Sur. Not only do you get a similar look and feel to Messages on iPhone, but you get cool new features as well.
You can pin up to nine conversations on Messages now, and you can sync them with your iPhone and iPad so you see the same pinned messages on top of every device.
Now you can also add images, GIFs, and even Memoji Stickers right from your Mac. If you want, you can also create your own Memoji to edit the ones that you have to reflect what you’re trying to say.
You can also add some Message effects to send to people. When they open the message, a small effect will pop up, like a heart animation, a balloon, or even confetti.
The best thing is the overall look and feel of the Messages app. It’s similar to the Messages app on your iPhone or iPad, and just as easy to use. I wasn’t a big fan of the Messages app on my MacBook until Big Sur. Now it’s even better to use on my Mac while I’m at home.