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Does iOS 18 only allow editing messages in iMessage chats, not with Android users?

I am unable to edit messages in iOS 18. The edit feature simply does not appear. In this specific case, the recipient is using an Android phone. Does edit only work for iMessages between iPhones?


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Original Title: iOS 18 how to edit text messages

iPhone 15 Pro Max, iOS 18

Posted on Jul 11, 2025 7:10 AM

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Does iOS 18 only allow editing messages in iMessage chats, not with Android users?

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