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how do i get imessage back on my home screen after it was removed?

The icon for messages was removed from the Home Screen. iMessage still works.

Posted on Jul 7, 2024 4:09 PM

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Posted on Jul 7, 2024 4:17 PM

Apps can be removed from the Home Screen without being deleted. Go to the App Library (swipe left past your last Home Screen). From there you can touch and hold an app and slide it to the Home Screen.


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how do i get imessage back on my home screen after it was removed?

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