Can't drag the cursor up in text messages on new iphone 15 Pro iOS 17

I switched from my iphone 13 pro with iOS 17 (no problems with the upgrade) and now I've lost a bunch of features. This post is about typing a long enough text message so the beginning is hidden at the top. I can scroll to read the whole thing but I can't edit at the beginning. I push/hold on the message (or spacebar) and drag to the cursor to where I want it. I let go and it pops back down to a different part of the message. I don't need it often but it's something that Apple should be aware of if it's happening to others.

iPhone 15 Pro

Posted on Oct 3, 2023 10:51 AM

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cryzermed182

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Posted on Oct 5, 2023 4:05 AM

It sounds like you're experiencing a text editing issue on your new iPhone 15 Pro Max with iOS 17 when trying to edit a long text message. This could be a bug or an issue with the new iOS version. To address this problem, you can try the following steps:

1. Restart your iPhone: Sometimes, minor glitches can be resolved by simply restarting your device.

2. Check for Software Updates: Ensure that your iPhone is running the latest iOS version. Apple often releases updates that address various bugs and issues.

3. Reset Keyboard Settings: You can reset your keyboard settings by going to Settings > General > Reset > Reset Keyboard Dictionary. This might help with the text editing behavior.

4. Report the Issue to Apple: If the problem persists, consider reporting it to Apple through the Feedback app or their official support channels. This can help them identify and address the issue in future updates.

In the meantime, you can also explore third-party keyboard apps from the App Store as they may offer different text editing features that could meet your needs.

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Jan 16, 2024 6:24 AM in response to KateT1208

Me too. Yesterday before updating I could do all I needed when writing text on my phone. Updating overnight has removed functionality? Why?

Jan 25, 2024 6:39 AM in response to annvpp

Thank you annvpp! It works!! 😁

syfy3

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Jan 25, 2024 7:12 AM in response to annvpp

Annvpp: Just used your first method. It worked! Thanks so much. (The second method didn’t work.)

You’ve just saved me from lots of future frustration!

Jan 25, 2024 7:30 AM in response to annvpp

Follow annvpp’s advice. Option 1 works! Make sure you hold the space bar down do not keep hitting it. Thanks annvpp !!!!

annvpp

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Dec 4, 2023 9:05 AM in response to Andr3a33

I keep reposting these two workarounds, because I’m not sure where we are in these various threads. One I discovered myself, I actually stumbled upon it on some apple support website. The other was suggested by multiple users.

Go all the way to the bottom of the text message, position the cursor below the bottom of the text message. Press the space bar until the keyboard turns gray. Keep your finger on the screen. Then you should be able to move the cursor around in the message and position where you need to be. Not perfect, but it generally works as long as you start at the very bottom of the message.
Several users have mentioned that the cursor is actually where you need it to be, it is just the view that is wrong. So if you just start texting or dictating, you are actually in the correct position and your view will adjust so you can see what you are typing or dictating and then you are fine. I have found this to generally work, although it messes with my head more than I would like to admit.

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Can't drag the cursor up in text messages on new iphone 15 Pro iOS 17