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How do I restore the messages app after it was accidentally deleted?

iPhone 12, iOS 14

Posted on Mar 28, 2021 6:21 AM

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Posted on Mar 28, 2021 6:23 AM

You can not delete the Messages app on iPhone.


You have moved the Messages app to the App Library, go to the App Library, find the Messages app, long press on it, and drag it back to your home screen.


To find the App Library, scroll as far to the right as you can on your home screen.

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Mar 28, 2021 6:23 AM in response to Birdjones

You can not delete the Messages app on iPhone.


You have moved the Messages app to the App Library, go to the App Library, find the Messages app, long press on it, and drag it back to your home screen.


To find the App Library, scroll as far to the right as you can on your home screen.

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