How to Remove iMessage Apps in iOS 17 on Your iPhone
With the release of iOS 17, Apple introduced exciting features like Check-in and Live Stickers to the Messages app. Alongside enhanced functionality, the Messages app received a modern and streamlined redesign. All your iMessage apps are conveniently organized in an accessible app drawer. While iMessage apps offer great convenience, having an abundance of them can lead to clutter. In iOS 17, removing iMessage apps is a bit different from iOS 16. You can no longer delete them directly from the Messages app, but fear not, you can still remove them. Read on to learn how to delete iMessage apps in iOS 17 on your iPhone.
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How to Delete iMessage Apps on iOS 17:
If you have iMessage apps that you no longer need, you can remove them. Keep in mind that you can only delete third-party iMessage apps, as native apps are integral to the Messages app and cannot be removed. However, you can rearrange them according to your preferences.
Note: Deleting a third-party iMessage app will also remove the corresponding app from your iPhone’s home screen.
- Launch the Settings app on your iPhone and navigate to the Messages section.
- Scroll down and select “Messages.”
- Tap on “iMessage Apps” to access the list of third-party apps.
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- To delete an app, tap the small red minus button located on the left side of the app icon.
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- Confirm your decision by tapping “Delete” and then the “Delete” button again.
How to Rearrange iMessage Apps on iOS 17:
If you have iMessage apps that you can’t delete but don’t use frequently, you can organize them for better efficiency. This allows you to prioritize the most-used apps at the top of the list while placing less-used ones lower down. Here’s how to rearrange them:
- Open the Messages app and either start a new chat or access an existing conversation.
- Tap the “+” icon to open the iMessage menu.
- Tap and hold the iMessage app you want to rearrange. If you have third-party iMessage apps, tap on “More” to access them.
- While holding the app with your finger, move it up or down to your desired position.
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- Release your finger when you’ve placed the app where you want it.
By following these steps, you can efficiently manage your iMessage apps in iOS 17, whether you’re deleting unnecessary ones or rearranging them for better organization.
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Frequently asked Questions:
Q1: Can I delete iMessage apps on iOS 17? A1: Yes, you can delete third-party iMessage apps in iOS 17. However, native apps integrated into the Messages app cannot be deleted.
Q2: Will deleting an iMessage app remove it from my iPhone’s home screen too? A2: Yes, when you delete a third-party iMessage app, it will also be removed from your iPhone’s home screen.
Q3: How can I delete an iMessage app in iOS 17? A3: To delete an iMessage app, open the Settings app, go to Messages, select iMessage Apps, tap the minus button next to the app icon, and confirm the deletion.
Q4: What if I want to rearrange iMessage apps instead of deleting them? A4: If you want to rearrange iMessage apps, open the Messages app, tap the “+” icon, hold the app you want to move, and drag it to your desired position.
Q5: Can I delete native iMessage apps on iOS 17? A5: No, you cannot delete native iMessage apps as they are an integral part of the Messages app and cannot be removed.
Q6: Is there a limit to how many iMessage apps I can delete? A6: You can delete as many third-party iMessage apps as you want, but you cannot delete native apps.
