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How to Forward a Text Message to Someone Else on the iPhone

Key Takeaways

  • Forwarding text messages on iPhone is a quick and easy way to share information with others
  • You can forward individual messages or entire conversations to any contact
  • Enabling Text Message Forwarding allows you to send and receive SMS/MMS messages across all your Apple devices

As an experienced tech writer and iPhone user for over a decade, I understand the importance of being able to seamlessly share information across devices. Forwarding text messages is one of the most convenient ways to keep others in the loop or continue conversations on different devices. In this comprehensive guide, I’ll walk you through the step-by-step process of forwarding text messages on your iPhone to any contact or Apple device.

Forwarding a Single Text Message

To forward an individual text message to someone else, follow these simple steps:

  1. Open the Messages app and navigate to the conversation containing the message you want to forward.
  2. Tap and hold on the specific message bubble until a menu pops up.
  3. Select the “More…” option from the menu.
  4. A checkbox will appear next to the selected message. You can tap on additional messages in the conversation to select multiple texts to forward.
  5. Once you’ve selected the desired messages, tap the “Forward” icon (an arrow pointing right) at the bottom right corner of the screen.
  6. A new message composition window will open. Enter the name, phone number, or email address of the recipient you want to forward the message(s) to.
  7. Optional: Add any additional text or comments you’d like to include with the forwarded message(s).
  8. Tap the “Send” button to complete the forwarding process.

Forwarding an Entire Conversation

If you need to share an entire text message conversation with someone, the process is slightly different:

  1. Open the Messages app and locate the conversation you want to forward.
  2. Tap on the contact’s name or photo at the top of the conversation.
  3. Select the “Info” option from the menu that appears.
  4. Scroll down and tap on “Forward Conversation.”
  5. A new message composition window will open with the entire conversation thread included.
  6. Enter the name, phone number, or email address of the recipient you want to forward the conversation to.
  7. Optional: Add any additional text or comments you’d like to include with the forwarded conversation.
  8. Tap the “Send” button to complete the forwarding process.

Note: When forwarding an entire conversation, only the most recent messages (up to the last year or 1,000 messages) will be included. If you need to share older messages, you’ll need to forward them individually or use a different method, such as taking screenshots.

Enabling Text Message Forwarding

In addition to manually forwarding messages, you can also enable Text Message Forwarding to automatically send and receive SMS/MMS messages across all your Apple devices signed in with the same Apple ID. This feature is particularly useful if you frequently switch between devices or want to be able to respond to text messages from your iPad or Mac.

To enable Text Message Forwarding:

  1. On your iPhone, go to Settings > Messages.
  2. Scroll down and tap on Text Message Forwarding.
  3. If you don’t see this option, turn off iMessage, then turn it back on. Tap Send & Receive, then tap Use Your Apple ID for iMessage and sign in with the same Apple ID used on your other devices.
  4. Toggle the switch next to each device you want to allow to send and receive SMS/MMS messages from your iPhone.

Note: If you select a device that isn’t using two-factor authentication for your Apple ID, a verification code will appear on each of your other devices. Enter this code on your iPhone to complete the setup process.

Once Text Message Forwarding is enabled, you can send and receive SMS/MMS messages from any of your connected devices, making it easier to stay on top of your conversations no matter which device you’re using.

Maintaining Privacy and Etiquette

When forwarding text messages, it’s important to consider privacy and etiquette. Always obtain permission from the original sender before sharing their messages with others, especially if the content is personal or sensitive. Additionally, be mindful of the recipient’s preferences and avoid forwarding irrelevant or excessive messages that could be perceived as spam.

By following these guidelines and best practices, you can ensure that you’re using the text message forwarding feature on your iPhone responsibly and effectively, enhancing your communication and productivity without compromising privacy or causing inconvenience to others.

In conclusion, forwarding text messages on the iPhone is a straightforward process that can greatly improve your ability to share information and stay connected across multiple devices. Whether you need to forward a single message or an entire conversation, or enable automatic forwarding for SMS/MMS messages, this guide has provided you with the necessary steps and considerations to make the most of this useful feature.

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