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How do I get my message app back on my iPhone

iPhone 8 Plus, iOS 13

Posted on May 5, 2020 1:48 PM

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Posted on May 5, 2020 1:52 PM

The Messages app cannot be removed. It is either on a different home screen page or in a folder.

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May 5, 2020 1:52 PM in response to salondiva

The Messages app cannot be removed. It is either on a different home screen page or in a folder.

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