How to Forward a Text on iPhone
By Violet Cooper
You can easily forward texts from the Messages app, including photos. Here’s how to forward a text message on iPhone.
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How to Add Emojis to a Text Without Opening the Emoji Keyboard
By Hallei Halter
When you type a message in an app that uses your iPhone keyboard, like Messages or Notes, your phone will suggest iOS emoji that you can tap to add to your text. Here's how to get emojis on iPhone without the keyboard.
Fixed: Why Am I Not Receiving Gmail Emails on My iPhone?
By Kenya Smith
Is Gmail not working on your iPhone? Whether Gmail is not updating on your iPhone, Gmail is not loading on your iPhone, or some other issue, here's how to get Gmail working on your iPhone again!
The Fastest Way to Type Numbers on an iPhone
By Leanne Hays
It would be convenient if Apple added a numbers row to the standard iPhone keyboard, but it hasn't happened yet. If you want an iPhone keyboard with numbers, here's an iPhone texting trick: how to access iOS keyboard symbols and numbers without leaving the standard keyboard.
Use Emergency Bypass on iPhone to Designate Priority Contacts
By Conner Carey
Did you know you can disable Do Not Disturb for as many contacts as you want? Here's how to bypass Do Not Disturb with Emergency Bypass, so emergency bypass contacts on your iPhone can call, text, or both.
How to Create Your Own Poll in iMessage Group Chats
By Kenya Smith
How to Mute a Group Text on iPhone
By Sarah Kingsbury
You don't have to leave a group text on an iPhone just because you want it to stop buzzing with new message notifications! Instead, you can silence alerts and read the text messages later. Here’s how to mute messages on iPhone without leaving the conversation.
How to Stop Spam Texts with Filter Unknown Senders on iPhone
By Erin MacPherson
We're all familiar with spam text messages and calls. Are you wondering, "What can I do about spam texts?" Here's how to filter unknown senders on iPhone, so you don't have to block every number. We'll also reveal how to find those random text messages after Apple's Filter Unknown Senders blocks them.
Turn Off Link Thumbnails in Messages on iPhone
By Rhett Intriago
Link previews in Messages are thumbnails that show a site's chosen banner in a text message, along with the link. This can be useful for identifying what the link contains before you open it. However, it can also be a bit of an annoyance if you prefer to keep your messages less cluttered. So how do you send a link on the iPhone without a preview? Let's find out how to hide a link preview in iMessage.
How to Send a Handwritten Message on iPhone
By Olena Kagui
Did you know that you can send iMessage drawings to add a more personal touch to your text? Handwritten iPhone Messages can be sent via the Messages app to other Apple users. I’ll teach you how to draw on iPhones 16 and earlier models to share personalized messages with your loved ones.
Everything to Know About RCS Messages on iPhone
By Rhett Intriago
RCS messaging is a communication standard that is used for sending text messages. Android devices have been using RCS messaging for years, while the iPhone was forced to use SMS messaging. With iOS 18, Apple has brought RCS messaging to the iPhone. Let’s go over what you need to know about RCS messaging!
3 Ways to Fix Apple Watch Not Receiving Texts
By Olena Kagui
Is your Apple Watch not showing text messages? Sometimes, there may be an issue preventing you from being able to send, receive, and read text messages. Connectivity issues, software bugs, and a syncing error between your Apple Watch and iPhone can all be culprits, but they are easy to troubleshoot. If your Apple Watch is not receiving texts, we can help!
Quickly Reply to Specific Text Messages
By Rhett Intriago
Texting is a breeze on iOS, thanks to the the quick reply feature in iMessage. If you’re wondering how to reply to a message on iPhone as quickly as possible, this shortcut is sure to come in handy.
Fixed! My iPhone Got a Voicemail but the Call Never Arrived
By Leanne Hays
Some people have been experiencing a new glitch in iOS 18 where they got a voicemail, but a call never arrived. In other words, the call never showed up in their call history, but the caller left a voicemail. Here are some ways to fix this odd iPhone glitch.
How to Tag Contacts in a Group Chat on Your iPhone
By Leanne Hays
Sometimes, you want to make sure a particular person or people within a group chat sees your message to the group. Apple has the ability to tag contacts in a group text, so you can make sure someone gets notified whenever you mention them in the chat. Let's get started learning how to tag a contact in a group chat, including a few important details to keep in mind.
How to Pin Shared Content in Messages
By Ashleigh Page
Gone are the days of scrolling through texts to find a YouTube video or news article your friend sent several weeks ago. With the latest version of iOS, you can now pin shared content so you don't have to search through old messages! We'll show you the quick method to pin items in Messages for easy access later.
Solved: Why Can't I See the Other Person on FaceTime?
By Amy Spitzfaden Both
FaceTime not working on your iPhone or iPad? If FaceTime is not showing the other person on your iPhone, or the other person can't see you, there are a few things to check. Here's how to fix it if you're on FaceTime and can't see the other person.
How to Send GIFs on iPhone
By Conner Carey
GIFs are basically small, moving or animated pictures that you can use and send in a variety of ways. In this tip, we'll go over how to search for and send a Messages GIF. You won't need a GIF app or anything extra, and it's fun and easy. Let's get started!
How to Create Custom Text Tones for iPhone
By Amy Spitzfaden Both
If you change your default text tone, every text you receive will make that particular text noise. However, you can also select individual tones for any and every contact. Learn how to create a custom text sound so you know exactly who is texting you before you even look at your iPhone.
How to Fix Walkie-Talkie Apple Watch Not Working
By Rhett Intriago
If you're like me, you love using the Apple Watch Walkie-Talkie feature to stay in contact with friends. But it’s a lot less fun when your Apple Watch Walkie-Talkie isn't working and you have difficulty reaching your companions. That’s why I've compiled a list of easy and effective solutions that I’ve used successfully in the past to help if your Walkie-Talkie app is not working.
