This is a feature that has been noticeably missing from the Google-owned OS. iPhone users have had this feature in iMessage on Macs for some years now and have subsequently used this as a clear case for why iPhones are better. But now nearly everyone can partake in this convenient feature.
The “Messages for web” feature requires that you have an Android phone to begin. Then you’ll have to make sure you’re rolling with the newest version of the Android Messages app. Once both of those requirements are met, do the following to start using Messages for web:
Head over to android.com on your computer
Open Messages on your phone
Select the More options menu by tapping the three vertical dots
Tap “Messages for web”
Now just scan the QR code on the above website using your phone