How do I archive a chat on iMessage?
To archive a chat on iMessage, you can follow a specific process that involves selecting the conversations you wish to archive. This action typically moves the messages out of your main view without permanently deleting them.
Based on available information, the method for archiving messages involves using the editing features within your message list. The steps are as follows:
- Access the Edit Option: Open your iMessage application and navigate to your list of conversations or inbox. Find and tap on the Edit button, usually located near the top of the screen.
- Select Conversations: After tapping Edit, you will be able to select the message thread(s) that you want to archive from your inbox. Tap on each conversation to select it.
- Tap the Archive Button: Once you have selected the desired message(s), look for and tap the Archive button. According to the reference, this button is found at the bottom of the screen.
Upon tapping the 'Archive' button, you may receive a prompt asking you to confirm that you wish to proceed with archiving the selected items.
This process is described as: "You can archive a message by tapping on Edit, selecting the message(s) you want to archive within your inbox, and then tapping on the 'Archive' button at the bottom of the screen. You'll see an option to confirm your actions."
Following these steps will move the chosen conversations into an archived state or location, depending on the specific version or configuration of your messaging application.