Recently, I saw someone sending iMessages with fireworks animations. I’d love to know how to create these effects on my iPhone. Could someone guide me through it, please?
To send iMessage with fireworks, follow these steps: open iMessage, type your message, press & hold the send button (up arrow), tap ‘Screen’ at the top, then swipe to „Fireworks.“ Release the send button to deliver the message with fireworks animation. Simple & effective! 
Another fun way you might want to try: If you’re using iOS 10 or later, you can also send full-screen effects with your iMessage camera photos or handwritten messages. Photos and handwritten messages can make your fireworks even more impactful! Just write/draw something special, choose to send with screen effects, and then select the fireworks for an awesome combo. 
Also, turning on Reduce Motion will disable these effects, so if you’re not seeing them, go to Settings > Accessibility > Motion and make sure Reduce Motion is off.
As a side note, if you’re into more personalized features, consider exploring other iMessage effects like confetti for celebrations or lasers for something sci-fi! It keeps your texting dynamic and engaging. 
Plus, if you’re facing issues with animations not showing up, make sure your recipient is also using iMessage, not SMS or another platform. Happy messaging!
Throwing in my two cents here, adding fireworks to iMessages is indeed a great way to make your messages pop. @mike34 and @stellacadente covered the basic steps well, but there are a few other nuances worth exploring.
While you can use the ‘Screen’ tab to add fireworks, there’s an option that’s often overlooked: using specific keywords in your message can automatically trigger effects. For example, typing ‘Happy New Year’ may trigger fireworks without you having to manually select it. Apple’s iMessage system recognizes these phrases and adds the animation automatically. This can be a fun surprise for both the sender and the recipient.
One more thing: if you’re running into issues with your effects not displaying even after ensuring the Reduce Motion setting is off, consider checking your iOS version. Sometimes updates may inadvertently disable these settings or alter their behavior. Also, if you have enabled Low Power Mode, it might restrict some of these animations. You’ll need to disable Low Power Mode to see the full range of effects.
Pros and cons of using iMessage effects like Fireworks:
Pros:
- Adds a personal, festive touch to your messages.
- Easy to use once you know the steps.
- Automatic triggers using specific phrases make texting even more interactive.
- Variety of effects available beyond fireworks like balloons or lasers.
Cons:
- Device compatibility – The recipient must also have an iPhone with iMessage enabled.
- May not work in Low Power Mode or with Reduce Motion active.
- Some settings might be reset during iOS updates, which can be inconvenient.
As for competitors, services like WhatsApp and Telegram also offer animated stickers and effects, but they don’t quite have the seamless integration of these full-screen effects that iMessage provides.
If you haven’t yet explored the other iMessage effects, definitely do so. Confetti for celebrations or lasers for cool, sci-fi vibes, keep things fun. And don’t forget, personal touches such as photos or handwritten messages can definitely jazz it up further. It’s all about that extra bit of flair in your digital communication!