iOS Messaging has some excellent features for group text, including adding people. You can create a group message in a few steps or edit an existing group message to include or exclude people. Also, you will be able to add new people to your group text. In this article, I’ll walk you through how to add someone in group text iPhone.
Video Tutorial:
What’s Needed?
For adding someone to the group text on your iPhone, you need an iPhone with iOS 12 or later.
What requires your focus?
You need to focus on these key points while adding someone to the group text on iPhone:
1. Check if the recipient has an iPhone and an active data plan
2. Ensure that the person you want to add is saved in your contacts
3. Verify that you have a stable Internet connection
4. If adding someone to an existing group message, ensure that the message is not limited to only contacts.
Method 1: Creating A New Group Text
Step 1: Launch the "Messages" app on your iPhone.
Step 2: Tap the "Compose" icon in the upper right corner of the screen.
Step 3: Enter the name of the contact you want to add; it will auto-populate from your contacts list.
Step 4: Tap the (+) Add Contact icon next to the name of the person.
Step 5: Add the names of the other people you wish to add to the group text, following the same procedure.
Step 6: Once you’ve added all of the contacts you wish to include, tap "Create" at the top right of the screen to start a new iMessage conversation.
Pros:
1. Adding a new contact is straightforward and intuitive
2. You can create a new group text with ease
3. The group text expands to include new participants, as needed.
Cons:
1. If any of your contacts do not have iPhones, they won’t be able to participate in the group text.
2. You cannot add participants to an existing group text; in that case, you will need to create a new one.
Method 2: Adding Someone to an Existing Group Text
Step 1: Launch the "Messages" app on your iPhone
Step 2: Tap on the existing group text message that you wish to edit
Step 3: Tap the "i" icon in the top right corner
Step 4: Scroll down and find the "Add Contact" option
Step 5: Enter the name or phone number of the contact you want to add
Step 6: Tap "Done" or "Save" to add that person to the group text.
Pros:
1. You can add a new contact to an existing group text
2. Other participants in the group text can see who you’ve added.
Cons:
1. You can only add contacts who are using iMessage
2. The new participant can view the entire chat history, including past messages and images.
Method 3: Ask Another Group Text Member to Add a Contact
Step 1: Open the group message
Step 2: Ask a member of the group text to add the contact you want
Step 3: Have the member find the "i" icon in the message
Step 4: Scroll down and find the "Add Contact" option
Step 5: Enter the name or phone number of the contact you wish to add
Step 6: Tap "Done"
Pros:
1. You may not need to have everyone’s phone number
2. You can save time by allowing other group members to add new people
3. You don’t need to create a new group text message
Cons:
1. The person you’re asking to add a contact may not know how
2. If the person you’re asking doesn’t follow these steps correctly, it could disrupt the group text’s conversation flow.
Why Can’t I Add Someone in Group Text iPhone?
1. The person you want to add has not been saved in your contacts list
2. Your iPhone’s operating system is outdated
3. You have not signed in to iMessage with your Apple ID
Fixes:
1. Ensure that the contact is saved in your iPhone’s contacts app
2. Check for iOS updates by going to "Settings" > "General" > "Software Update"
3. Sign in to iMessage with your Apple ID by going to "Settings" > "Messages" > "Send & Receive."
Suggestions:
1. Always check if the person you want to add has an iPhone with an active data plan
2. See if the person you want to add is using a compatible iOS version with your iPhone
3. Always ensure that you’re using an active Internet connection before attempting to add someone to a group text
FAQs:
Q. Can I add someone without creating a new group text?
A. Yes, you can add someone to the group text without creating a new one by editing the existing group text.
Q. Can someone else see that I added someone to the group text?
A. Yes, any person who is participating in the group text can see who has been added or removed from the conversation.
Q. Can I add someone from a different country or state?
A. Yes, as long as they have an iPhone or iMessage and are saved in your contacts, you can add them to the group text.
Q. Why can’t I add someone to my group text?
A. The person may not have an iPhone or iMessage, may not be using a compatible iOS version or may not be saved in your contacts app.
Q. I have added someone to the group text, but they still can’t see the messages or images. Why is that?
A. It’s possible that your friend doesn’t have an active data plan or they have disabled iMessage on their iPhone.
Conclusion:
Adding someone in group text on iPhone is a straightforward process, provided you follow the correct steps. Before adding someone, ensure that they have an iPhone with an active data plan and are saved in your contacts list. You can create a new group text or edit an existing one to add a person to the conversation. By knowing how to add someone to a group text on iPhone, you can keep your group conversations going with ease.
