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How to Add Rich Formatting to Text in iPhone Mail

Bold, italic, and underlined text emphasize important parts of your email

By Heinz Tschabitscher Heinz Tschabitscher Writer University of Vienna A former freelance contributor who has reviewed hundreds of email programs and services since 1997. lifewire's editorial guidelines Updated on June 1, 2022 Tweet Share Email Tweet Share Email iPhone & iOS Switching from Android In the iPhone Mail app, tap the new email icon. Enter the recipient, subject, and message as usual.Highlight text for formatting and tap the arrow on the floating toolbar that appears to expand the options.Tap BIU to show the Bold, Italic, and Underline options. Tap blank area of email to apply and save formatting. This article explains how to add rich text formatting to emails in the iPhone Mail app. Rich text formatting is available in iOS 5 and up.

How to Add Rich Text in iPhone Mail

Plain-text email doesn't always clearly convey what you want to say. Like all forms of electronic communication, it lacks the nuance of face-to-face conversation. One way to add more expression to your iPhone mail messages is to use rich text. To change the look of text in a message: Open the Mail app on your iPhone. Tap the new email icon at the bottom of the screen to open a New Message screen. Enter the recipient, subject, and message as you usually do. Select the text that you want to apply rich text formatting to. Either double-tap a word or tap and drag the text handles to expand your selection. Tap the arrow at the right side of the toolbar that appears above the selection to see additional options. Tap BIU to expand it to show the Bold, Italic, and Underline options. Tap the option you want to use on the selected text. Tap any blank area of the email to save the formatting and close the formatting bar. Repeat the process for any additional formatting you want to make in the email.

What' s Rich Text

Unlike plain-text formatting, rich text enhances email messages by bolding, italicizing, or underlining words you want to emphasize. Rich text messages are a step between plain text and HTML. Some email programs don't support HTML emails, so using rich text offers a compromise. Plus, it's straightforward to use on a mobile device such as the iPhone. 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 Use Slack Strikethrough How to Forward a Text Message to Email How to Send a New Email With iPhone Mail App How to Send Images With iPhone Mail How to Insert a Link in an Email With Mac OS X Mail How to Compose Messages in HTML or Plain Text How to Indent Text or Decrease Quote Level in iPhone Mail How to Insert Graphical Smileys in Yahoo Mail Messages How to Search Mail in iPhone Mail How to Change Your Gmail Signature How to Use Text Formatting and Images in Apple Mail Signatures How to View a Message in HTML With Express and Live Mail How to Email Undisclosed Recipients in iPhone Mail How to Remove Paragraph Symbols in Outlook How to Send Email to Bcc Recipients in iPhone Mail Using Rich HTML in an Outlook.com Signature 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