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Editing a message you’ve already sent on Messenger allows you to quickly correct any mistakes without the need to unsend it. Let’s explore how to edit messages on Messenger in this guide from Mytour!
1. What is editing a sent message on Messenger?
Facebook Messenger, the leading platform for messaging and voice calls globally and in Vietnam, is no stranger to most users. Over its long development, Messenger has continuously rolled out new features to offer maximum support to users. In a recent update, Messenger added the “Edit sent message” feature, which is crucial but had been missing for many years. Looking at its counterpart Zalo, this feature has been available for a long time and is highly rated by users.
Previously, Messenger users only had options like Delete Message and Recall Message when they needed to modify a sent message. The addition of the Edit Message feature has made the Messenger platform more complete than ever, making it the best chat tool globally.
The Edit Message feature allows the sender to fix errors and modify the content of messages after sending them. Edited messages will also notify everyone in the conversation that changes have been made.
2. How to Edit a Sent Message on Messenger for Mobile
On mobile, you can quickly edit a sent message on Messenger with the latest version. Make sure to update your Messenger app on your phone to enjoy this feature.
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Step 2: Once the editing feature is activated, enter the new content for the message and click OK to send the edited message.
3. How to Edit a Sent Message on Messenger for Desktop
On desktop, in addition to recalling or deleting a message, you can also quickly edit a sent message. Here's how you can edit a sent message:
Step 1: Open the conversation in Messenger and locate the message you want to edit. Then, click the Three dots ➞ Edit icon to modify the message content.
Step 2: After successfully modifying the message, press Enter to send the edited message.
4. Important Notes When Editing Messages on Messenger
When editing messages on Messenger, there are a few things you should keep in mind:
- After a message is edited, all participants in the conversation will be notified.
- Once edited, the original content (before the edit) will no longer be visible.
- Editing messages on Messenger can sometimes be a “double-edged sword” when exchanging work, documents, or important information that requires high accuracy.
In this article, Mytour has shared a quick guide on how to edit sent messages on Messenger. Have a great day!
