Missing "Share Contact" Option in iOS 26.1 Messages App "Plus" Menu.

Hello,

I am experiencing an issue in the Messages app on iPhone running iOS 26.1.

When composing a message and tapping the “+” (plus) menu, I see options to share photos, files, location, health data, and other content. However, there is no option to share a contact directly from this menu.

Steps I followed:

1. Open Messages app.
2. Start composing a new message.
3. Tap the “+” icon.
4. Check available sharing options.
5. Contact sharing is missing.

Workarounds I found:

• I can open the Contacts app, select a contact, and use Share Contact → Messages to send it. Work only for saved contacts

• NameDrop works only if both devices are compatible and nearby.

Impact / Problem:

• This prevents me from quickly sharing contact cards directly while composing a message.
• It makes OTPs, activation links, and other important communications harder when I want to share contacts quickly.
• It is inconsistent with other “+” menu options that allow sharing other types of data directly.

I have checked:

• Spam, Promotions, and Filters do not affect this.
• Other iOS updates (iOS 26.1) still do not provide a contact share option in the Messages “+” menu.

Request:

Please consider restoring or adding the ability to share contacts directly from the “+” menu in Messages, similar to how photos, location, and files can be shared.

Device info:

• iPhone Model: 17 Pro Max
• iOS Version: 26.1
• Messages app: Default iOS app

Thank you for considering this request.