1. Launch the iMessages app on your iPhone and select the conversation.

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2. Now, tap on chat

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3. Long press on the message

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4. Tap on Edit option

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5. Make the required changes and click on the blue check icon

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6. You can also tap Edited under the text to see both original and edited messages. Or you can type Hide to keep the recent edits.

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