How to Forward a Text Message on iPhone

This article explains how to forward text messages on an iPhone with iOS 12 or later. The process is similar for iOS 7 and up, but the specific steps may be different on earlier versions of iOS.

How to Forward Text Messages on iPhone

To forward a text message on iPhone using the Messages app that comes with iPhones and iPads, follow these steps:

1. Tap Messages.

2. Select the conversation that includes the message you want to forward.

3. Tap and hold the message you want to forward until a pop-up menu appears. the menu offers choices including Copy and More, plus reaction options above the text message.

4. Tap More.

5. The message you selected has a blue checkmark next to it. That means it's ready to be forwarded. Tap other empty circles to forward those messages at the same time, if you want

6. Tap Share (the curved arrow). A new text message screen appears with the message or messages you're forwarding copied in the text area.

7. In the To field, type the name or phone number of the person you want to forward the message to. Include more than one person to send a group message.

   To use your address book, tap the + on the right side of the To field and browse for the recipient to whom you want to forward the message.

8. Tap Send.

You're not limited to forwarding text from messages. If someone texts you a photo or video, you can forward that, too. Follow the steps above and select the photo or video.