How to install Google Messenger on Android 6.0.1

[AC Question]

I have a Samsung Galaxy Tab e running marshmallow 6.0.1 when I try to download Google Messenger it says it's not compatible with my device. I know something must be wrong but I don't know what it is can someone help me? When I try to send a text message SMS using ,OK google, it fails to send because it is trying to use Google Messenger and Google Messenger is not installed on my device.

 

[hallux]

Tablets typically aren't set up for sending SMS as that requires a phone number.

My Samsung tablet is also not compatible with the app, like yours (I believe) it does not have a phone number as it's WiFi-only.