iOS Messaging Features: Undo Send and Edit

Questions and Answers

How long do you have to unsend a text message after sending it?

30 seconds

2 minutes (correct)

15 minutes

1 minute

What happens when you unsend a message from someone using an older version than iOS 16?

The message is deleted from your device only.

The recipient will never see the original message.

The message stays in the conversation for everyone. (correct)

You cannot unsend messages to those users.

What feature allows you to edit a sent message?

Editing is possible within 5 minutes of sending.

You must delete the message to change it.

You can edit messages at any time.

Messages can be edited for up to 15 minutes. (correct)

What notification appears when you unsend a message?

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What is the first step to delay sending a text message in iOS 18?

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Study Notes

Undoing and Unsending Text Messages

Touch and hold the Message Bubble to access the "Undo Send" option.
Unsending a message must occur within two minutes of sending.
Once unsent, the message is removed from both the sender's and recipient's devices.
A notification confirming the unsent message appears in both users' conversation transcripts.
If sending to a recipient not using iOS 16, iPadOS 16, macOS 13, or later, the original message remains visible to them.
Users will be informed if the recipient may still see the original message when using older operating systems.

Editing Sent Messages

Sent messages can be edited within a 15-minute window after sending.
Access editing by touching and holding the Message Bubble.

Unsending Emails

Refer to 'Mail' Notes for instructions on unsending emails.

Text Message Delay Function (iOS 18)

To delay sending a text message:
- Compose your message but do not send it immediately.
- Click on the "+" icon.
- Select "Send Later" option to schedule the message for a future time.

Description

Explore the functionalities of unsending and editing text messages in iOS. This quiz focuses on the latest features available in iOS 16, including how to hold the message bubble and the time limits for these actions. Test your knowledge on message management in Apple devices.