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How to Forward a Text Message on iPhone

Forward text messages, photos, and videos to others on an iOS device

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Tap and hold the message you want to forward, tap More in the pop-up menu, then tap Share (the curved arrow). Tap the plus (+) on the right side of the To field and choose a recipient, then tap Send. Follow the same steps to forward photos and videos from the Messages app. This article explains how to forward text messages on an iPhone with iOS 12 or later. The process is similar for iOS 7 and up, but the specific steps may be different on earlier versions of iOS.

How to Forward Text Messages on iPhone

To forward a text message on iPhone using the Messages app that comes with iPhones and iPads, follow these steps: Tap Messages. Select the conversation that includes the message you want to forward. Tap and hold the message you want to forward until a pop-up menu appears. the menu offers choices including Copy and More, plus reaction options above the text message. Tap More. The message you selected has a blue checkmark next to it. That means it's ready to be forwarded. Tap other empty circles to forward those messages at the same time, if you want Tap Share (the curved arrow). A new text message screen appears with the message or messages you're forwarding copied in the text area. In the To field, type the name or phone number of the person you want to forward the message to. Include more than one person to send a group message. To use your address book, tap the + on the right side of the To field and browse for the recipient to whom you want to forward the message. Tap Send. You're not limited to forwarding text from messages. If someone texts you a photo or video, you can forward that, too. Follow the steps above and select the photo or video. If the messages won't forward, learn how to fix an iPhone that won't send text messages. You can also forward text messages on Android phones. Was this page helpful? Thanks for letting us know! Get the Latest Tech News Delivered Every Day Subscribe Tell us why! Other Not enough details Hard to understand Submit More from Lifewire How to Forward a Text Message to Email How to Schedule a Text Message on an iPhone How to Send Voice Messages on iPhone How to Forward a Text Message on Your Smartphone How to Send a New Email With iPhone Mail App How to Edit or Unsend a Message on iPhone How to Send a Text Message to a Group How to Send iMessages With iPhone Text Effects How to Forward a Text on Android How to Tell When Someone Reads Your Text Message How to Indent Text or Decrease Quote Level in iPhone Mail How to Use Your iPad or iPad Mini as a Phone How to Recover Deleted Text Messages on Any Phone How to Email a Text How to Forward an Email as an Attachment in Outlook How to Save Text Messages on iPhone Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up By clicking “Accept All Cookies”, you agree to the storing of cookies on your device to enhance site navigation, analyze site usage, and assist in our marketing efforts. Cookies Settings Accept All Cookies