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In Brief.
If you want to share your location via iMessage on your iPhone, you can simply type "I'm at" and select Current Location from the predictive suggestions. Alternatively, open the conversation, tap on the contact's name, and choose Send My Current Location or Share My Location. Additionally, you can utilize Google Maps from the app bar or add it through the app drawer. Say goodbye to misdirected directions!

Providing accurate directions is crucial, and with modern smartphones, you can effortlessly share your exact location instead of relying on verbal instructions. Sending your location through iMessage on your iPhone ensures your contacts can find you without any confusion.

Send your location in iMessage from contact info

One of the most straightforward ways to share your location via iMessage is through the contact details within the conversation. This method allows you not only to send your current location but also to share your location for an extended period.

Step 1: Open the Messages app on your iPhone and navigate to the conversation with the person you want to share your location with.

Step 2: Tap on the contact's name or profile icon at the top of the conversation screen. This will open an expanded view with more options.

Step 3: In the expanded options, tap on Info to access the contact details.

Access the contact information from the conversation screen.

Step 4: On the Info screen, tap on Send My Current Location to send a snapshot of your current location to the contact.

Step 5: If you wish to share your real-time location for a period of time, tap on Share My Location.

Step 6: Choose the duration for which you want to share your location. You can select from Share for One Hour, Share Until End of Day, or Share Indefinitely.

Quickly send your location with a phrase in iMessage

Another quick method to share your location is by utilizing the predictive text feature on your iPhone's keyboard.

Step 1: Open the conversation in iMessage with the person you wish to share your location with.

Step 2: In the message box, type I'm at and press the space bar. The predictive text bar above the keyboard will display the option Current Location.

Share your location by selecting 'Current Location' from the predictive text.

Step 3: Tap on Current Location in the predictive text bar. Your current location will be sent immediately in the conversation. Note that you don't need to send the "I'm at" text separately.

Ensure that the predictive text feature is enabled on your iPhone for this method to work.

Enabling Predictive Text: If predictive text is not active, go to Settings > General > Keyboard, and toggle on Predictive.

Send your location from Google Maps app for iMessage

Using the Google Maps extension in iMessage is another way to share your location, especially if you prefer Google Maps over Apple Maps.

Prerequisite: Ensure that the Google Maps app is installed on your iPhone.

Step 1: Open the conversation in iMessage with the contact you wish to share your location with.

Step 2: In the app bar above the keyboard, swipe left or right until you find the Google Maps icon. If you don't see it, you may need to add it to your app bar.

Step 3: Tap on Google Maps to open it within the message interface. Google Maps will attempt to detect your current location.

Step 4: Once your location is identified, tap the Send button to insert your location into the message box.

Step 5: Tap the Send button in the message box to share your location with your contact.

Adding Google Maps to the App Bar: If Google Maps is not visible in your app bar, you can add it by accessing the app drawer.

Step 1: In the app bar, scroll all the way to the right and tap the More icon (three dots).

Step 2: Tap on Edit in the upper-right corner.

Step 3: Find Google Maps in the list and toggle it on to add it to your app bar.

Sharing your location through iMessage on your iPhone is convenient and ensures your contacts can find you without hassle. Whether you prefer using the contact info, predictive text, or Google Maps, these methods make it simple to let others know where you are.