With smartphone cameras becoming more advanced every day, people often use their iPhones to take pictures and store them in their Messages app. However, over time, these pictures can take up valuable storage space on your iPhone. Deleting them can be a good solution, but it isn’t always straightforward. The purpose of this blog post is to explain the different methods you can use to delete pictures from messages on your iPhone and provide recommendations for which one to use.
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What’s Needed
Before we begin exploring the different methods, there are a few things you need to know. First and foremost, when you delete pictures from Messages, they will be deleted permanently. They cannot be recovered, so make sure you select the right pictures before you delete them. Secondly, you will need an iPhone running iOS 12 or later to follow the steps outlined in this blog post.
What Requires Your Focus?
When choosing which method to use to delete pictures from Messages, there are a few things you will need to focus on. Firstly, you will need to consider the number of pictures you want to delete. If you only want to delete a small number of pictures, one method may be better suited for you than if you want to delete a large number. Secondly, you will need to consider whether you want to delete all pictures in a conversation, or just specific ones. Finally, you will need to consider whether you want to delete pictures from a specific chat or all chats in Messages.
Different Methods to Delete Pictures from Messages on iPhone
Method 1: How to Delete Multiple Pictures at Once on iPhone Messages
Deleting multiple pictures at once can save you a lot of time. You can delete multiple pictures from a conversation by following these steps:
1. Open the conversation containing the pictures you want to delete.
2. Tap and hold on one of the pictures you want to delete.
3. Tap "More" from the pop-up menu.
4. Tap on the circle beside each picture you want to delete.
5. Tap "Delete" at the bottom of the screen.
6. Confirm that you want to delete the selected pictures.
Pros: Quick and easy if you want to delete multiple pictures.
Cons: You cannot select individual pictures within a photo group to delete. You have to delete the whole photo group.
Method 2: How to Delete Individual Pictures from a Chat on iPhone Messages
If you only want to delete specific pictures from a chat, you can use this method. Here’s how:
1. Open the chat containing the pictures you want to delete.
2. Tap and hold on the picture you want to delete.
3. Tap "More" from the pop-up menu.
4. Tap the circle beside the picture(s) you want to delete.
5. Tap "Delete" at the bottom of the screen.
6. Confirm that you want to delete the selected pictures.
Pros: You can select individual pictures to delete.
Cons: This method can be time-consuming if you want to delete many pictures.
Method 3: How to Delete All Pictures from a Chat on iPhone Messages
If you want to delete all pictures from a chat at once, this method is for you. Here’s how to delete all pictures from a chat:
1. Open the chat from which you want to delete all pictures.
2. Tap and hold on any of the pictures until the pop-up menu appears.
3. Tap "More" from the pop-up menu.
4. Tap the circle beside any picture in the chat.
5. Tap "Delete All" at the bottom of the screen.
6. Confirm that you want to delete all pictures.
Pros: This method is quick and efficient if you want to delete all pictures.
Cons: You cannot select which pictures you want to keep or delete.
Why Can’t I Delete Pictures from Messages on iPhone?
There are a few reasons why you may not be able to delete pictures from Messages on your iPhone. Here are some common issues and their respective fixes:
1. You don’t have enough storage space: If your iPhone is low on storage space, you will have trouble deleting pictures from Messages. You can free up space by deleting unused apps, clearing your browser history and cache, and deleting unwanted files or pictures.
2. Your iPhone is running an outdated version of iOS: If you’re running an older version of iOS, you may have difficulty deleting pictures. To update your iPhone, go to Settings > General > Software Update.
3. The pictures are stored in iCloud: If your pictures are stored in iCloud, you will need to disable iCloud Photos to delete them. Go to Settings > [your name] > iCloud > Photos and toggle off the iCloud Photos switch.
Implications and Recommendations
It’s essential to understand that when you delete pictures from Messages, they’re gone permanently. While this will free up space on your iPhone, it also means you won’t be able to access these pictures again unless you’ve backed them up elsewhere. Therefore, it’s recommended that you back up your iPhone photos before deleting any in Messages.
5 FAQs about Deleting Pictures from Messages on iPhone
Q1. Can I recover pictures I’ve deleted from Messages on my iPhone?
A1. No, once you delete pictures from Messages on your iPhone, they are gone permanently.
Q2. What is the fastest way to delete multiple pictures from Messages on my iPhone?
A2. The fastest way to delete multiple pictures from Messages on your iPhone is to use Method 1 outlined above.
Q3. How do I know if my pictures are stored in iCloud?
A3. To check if your pictures are stored in iCloud, go to Settings > [your name] > iCloud > Photos. If iCloud Photos is turned on, your pictures are saved in iCloud.
Q4. Can I delete pictures from Messages on my iPhone from my computer?
A4. No, you cannot delete pictures from Messages on your iPhone from your computer. You must delete the pictures directly from your iPhone.
Q5. How do I back up my iPhone photos?
A5. You can back up your iPhone photos by connecting your iPhone to your computer and using iTunes or by using iCloud backup. To use iCloud backup, go to Settings > [your name] > iCloud > iCloud Backup and toggle on the iCloud Backup switch.
In Conclusion
Deleting pictures from Messages on your iPhone is a good way to free up space on your iPhone. However, it’s essential to understand the different methods available to you and their respective pros and cons. Consider the number of pictures you want to delete, whether you want to delete all pictures or specific ones, and the chat’s contents before choosing which method to use. Additionally, make sure you back up your iPhone photos before deleting any pictures from Messages.
