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How to schedule iMessages in iOS 18
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One long-awaited iPhone feature that arrived alongsideiOS 18this September was scheduled iMessages.
The ability to schedule a message is perfect when you need to send someone a reminder, wish them a happy birthday or make plans, but don’t want to send the message until later that day or week. You can schedule any message to send up to 14 days in advance.
Keep reading to learn how to schedule iMessage in iOS 18.
What you’ll need:
The Short Version
How to schedule iMessages in iOS 18
Step1
Open the iMessage chat with your recipient
You can also start a new chat.
Step2
Tap the + icon
This can be found to the left of the message field just above your keyboard.
Step3
Tap Send Later
You may not see this option if both phones don’t support it.
Step4
Set a time and date
This is when your message will be sent.
Step5
Type your message
Then just tap the up arrow to the right of the message field to schedule your message.
Troubleshooting
Yes, you need to be online to reschedule, edit or delete a scheduled message.
No, Apple says your recipient can use any device and won’t be able to tell that your message had been scheduled.
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