is there a way to mass delete messages off my mac? Other then one at a time

ruddengroup Said:

"is there a way to mass delete messages off my mac? Other than one at a time: I can mass delete messages off my iPhone but my Mac has messages from 5 years ago. I'd like to clean that up without haveing to do one message at a time"

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Deleting Multiple Messages Off a Mac:

You *** only delete the entire thread.

A. Print theses Threads:

Fir safe keeping, tf you wanted to, you could print your threads as PDF dements. Use my User Tip: How to Save or Print a Complete iPhone Messages Thread - User Tip

B. Proceed with a the Delation

1. Open: the Messages app
2. Hold Down: the shift key
3. Click: the top thread
4. Click: then the last thread.
5. Right-Click: on any thread
6. Select: "Delete..." button
7. Click: "Delete" button

Follow these instructions: Delete messages and conversations in Messages on Mac - Apple Support

AndiYou wrote:

Then I am not understanding. I followed the instructions but it’s not working.

Do note that you'll need macOS 14 (Sonoma) to mass delete messages on Mac.

So, basically the answer is no. You cannot delete multiple text messages from your Macbook Pro or Macbook Air.

So, basically the answer is no. You cannot delete multiple text messages from your Macbook Pro or Macbook Air.

That is not correct, and not what TheLittles wrote.

Then I am not understanding. I followed the instructions but it’s not working.

I will try it again and thank you.