I can't find a way to delete Messages files after updating to Monterey. There used to be a small "x" to the right of each text; they aren't there anymore.
Couldn't find any reference to this in Preferences for the app. Any advice?
iMac 21.5″, OS X 10.11
Hey MrsTbee,
Thank you for using Apple Support Communities!
We see from your post that you're having issues deleting message on your Mac running macOS Monterey. We'd like to help out.
Try the steps here:
Delete messages and conversations in Messages on Mac - Apple Support
Cheers!
Hey MrsTbee,
Thank you for using Apple Support Communities!
We see from your post that you're having issues deleting message on your Mac running macOS Monterey. We'd like to help out.
Try the steps here:
Delete messages and conversations in Messages on Mac - Apple Support
Cheers!
Thanks for the info; it DOES work when I use "File>>Delete Conversation>>Delete". But this is several more clicks than it used to require, since the small "x"es to the right in message files are no longer showing.
Why is deleting a message (aka a conversation) a multistep process? Has there been a serious outbreak of inadvertently deleted messages due to accidental presses of the formerly serviceable X? And after Ctrl+clicking or File—>Deleting or left swiping — all very intentional actions — why am I presented with an unnecessary confirmation box? And why can't I press Return to dismiss the unnecessary box? The Mac OS is supposed to be intuitive, not fiddly and time wasting. Life is short -- please simplify this process!
Select the text and do swipe left on the mouse:
We can't answer those questions because we're end users like yourself and have no idea why Apple does what it does. If you want to talk to Apple directly try the number at the botton of this page.
An excellent point, Old Toad. I've sent Apple my suggestion.
Messages app on desktop (Monterey)
