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Apple iPhone - Send Existing Picture via Messaging

2026-10-22 16:05:39.648

Apple iPhone - Send Existing Picture via Messaging

Here's how to send a picture you've already taken with your iPhone via the Messages app.
  • The following steps also apply to when sending an iMessage®. When a message is sent, the message type (e.g., iMessage, SMS, etc.) is indicated by differing colors.
  • To take a new picture and send it, refer to taking and sending a picture via messaging.
  • Advanced troubleshooting and configuration should be handled by Apple.
  1. From a Home screen, tap
    Messages
     Messages icon .
    If an app isn't available on your Home screen, swipe left to access the App Library.
  2. Tap the
    New Message icon
     New message icon (upper-right).
  3. From the To field, enter a 10-digit mobile number.
    Alternatively, enter a contact name.
    Repeat this step as necessary to add additional recipients.
  4. From the Text Message field, enter a message.
  5. If necessary, tap the
    Add icon
     Add icon (lower-left) then tap the
    Photos icon
     Photos icon .
  6. Swipe up to view 'Photos' and 'Albums'.
  7. Tap
    Done
     (upper-right).
    If unavailable, tap
    Add
    .
  8. Tap the
    Send icon
     Message Reply (in the text field).
    The Send icon appears green in text messages and blue in iMessages.