IMessage on computer

When I send and iMessage from my computer it sends through my email. How do I get it so that people receive them from my phone number instead?

Greetings taylorr.raee,
Welcome to the Apple Support Communities!
I understand that when you send from Messages on your Mac, the sent messages are going out from your Apple ID and not your phone number. In this situation, I would recommend reading over the attached article to ensure that the settings are correct on your Mac.
iOS and OS X: Link your phone number and Apple ID for use with FaceTime and iMessage - Apple Support
Have a great day,
Joe

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