• About
  • Contact
  • Privacy Policy
  • Submit For Review
  • Template Gallery
  • Excel 2016 Udemy Course
  • Skip to primary navigation
  • Skip to main content
  • Skip to primary sidebar

TheAppTimes

App Reviews, Tutorials, & Gadget News Hub

  • Gadgets
  • How To
  • Mobile Apps
  • Software and Web Apps
  • Buying Guides
  • Show Search
Hide Search
Home » How To » How to Stop an iOS Message From Being Sent

How to Stop an iOS Message From Being Sent

July 7, 2016

Have you typed a message on your iPhone and hit the Send button only to realize an instant later that you need to recall it. You may have either typed something you didn’t intend to convey, realized that AutoCorrect put in a wrong word to two instead of what you intended or maybe you just sent it to the wrong person.

Whatever the reason for recalling a message, you should have an option readily available for doing it. Unfortunately, you don’t. However, if you feel like Speedy Gonzales, you can try this rather hard-to-succeed trick to stop an iOS message from being sent.

The trick is to disconnect your iPhone mobile connection before the message is delivered. Usually you’ll see the status of the message via a colorful progress bar at the top of the screen. If you disconnect the connection before the progress bar gets full, your message cancellation will be successful. The key here is simple: you have to be super quick for it to work.

How to Stop an iOS Message From Being Sent

Let’s assume that you typed out the message and sent it to your recipient. Very quickly:

1. Press the Home button to go to the Home screen.

2. Open the Control Center by swiping the bottom edge of the screen upwards.

3. Toggle the Airplane Mode on. If you do this really really quickly, your message will show up as undelivered.

Turn on Airplane Mode

4. You can then cancel the message and prevent it from being sent by swiping down to close the Control Center.

ALSO READ:  How to Change Slow Motion Capture Speed on iPhone

5. Go to the Messages app and you’ll see a red Not Delivered alert next to the message contents.

6. Delete the message.

Once you’ve cancelled it, you can reactivate your data connection.

While this is a handy trick to know, you have to be work a.k.a speezy gonzales for this to work, so it might be touch and go most of the times. You have a better chance of stopping messages that are a little heavy, like ones with attachments, while iMessages with some simple text usually get sent in a flash!

Have you tried this cool trick before? Let us know if it worked for you.

Check out our Archives section for more cool iOS tips and tricks.

Tweet8
Share2
WhatsApp
Pin1
Buffer
11 Shares

Filed Under: How To Tagged With: ios tips

You May Also Like

How to Lock Your Google Account from Your iPhone - TATFI
How to Lock Your Google Account from Your iPhone Using Google Smart Lock
How to Control Your Apple Watch Using Hand Gestures
How to Use AssistiveTouch Gestures to Control Your Apple Watch
How to Sort Notes by Title or Date Created on iPhone - TATFI
How to Sort Notes by Title or Date Created on iPhone

About Adeline Gear

Adeline is a tech enthusiast who loves exploring the latest tools and applications in the marketplace. She also loves her Android and spends time reviewing apps and playing games when she has the time.

Reader Interactions

Leave a Reply Cancel reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Learn how your comment data is processed.

Primary Sidebar

Hottest New Gadgets!

ASUS ROG Strix Scope II 96 Wireless Gaming Keyboard - LIKE IT

ROG Strix Scope II 96 Wireless Gaming Keyboard: Features & Performance Explained

Mobvoi TicWatch Pro 5 vs Google Pixel Watch - TATFI

Mobvoi TicWatch Pro 5 vs Google Pixel Watch: A Comparative Look

Mobvoi TicWatch Pro 5 vs TicWatch Pro 3 Ultra - TATFI

Mobvoi TicWatch Pro 5 vs TicWatch Pro 3 Ultra: A Comprehensive Comparison

Mobvoi TicWatch Pro 5 - TATFI

The Mobvoi TicWatch Pro 5: A Fitness Smartwatch for Health Enthusiasts

Razer Hammerhead Pro HyperSpeed - TATFI

Razer Hammerhead Pro HyperSpeed: Ultimate Gaming Earbuds

MagEZ Folio 2 Magnetic Case for iPad Pro - TATFI

MagEZ Folio 2 is a Magnetic Case for iPad Pro With Convenient Viewing Angles

Logitech MX Anywhere 3S - TATFI

Logitech MX Anywhere 3S: The Wireless Mouse for On-the-Go Productivity

Popular Tags

android android apps android games android how to apple casino games chrome extensions excel excel how to facebook gadgets gaming gmail google ios apps ios games ios how to ios tips ipad iphone kids apps learn excel management microsoft music apps new releases outlook how to photo apps powerpoint how to productivity Samsung security smartphone smartphones smartwatches software tablet tablets technology twitter web browsers windows 10 word how to xbox youtube

Disclosure

TheAppTimes is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for us to earn fees by linking to Amazon.com and affiliated sites.
Xiaomi Mi Band 8 vs Mi Band 7 - TATFI

Xiaomi Mi Band 8 vs Mi Band 7: A Comprehensive Comparison

Mi Band 8 - TATFI

Xiaomi Mi Band 8: A Comprehensive Guide for Buyers

Houseplant Care App Planta - TATFI

Planta: The Ultimate Houseplant Care App for iOS Users

Top Android Tower Defense Games to Play in 2023- TATFI

Awesome Android Tower Defense Games to Play in 2023

Assassin's Creed Mirage - TATFI

Assassin’s Creed Mirage: A Comprehensive Overview

How to Link Your iPhone to Windows 11 - TATFI

How to Link Your iPhone to Windows 11 for Seamless Connectivity

Logi Dock Flex - TATFI

The Logi Dock Flex Docking Station is a Great Solution to Manage Shared Workspaces

Cooperative Shooter Helldivers 2 for PS5 - TATFI

Intense Cooperative Shooter Helldivers 2 All Set to Return This Year

Windows 11 Features for Businesses - TATFI

Microsoft Unveils the Latest Windows 11 Features for Businesses

How to Lock Your Google Account from Your iPhone - TATFI

How to Lock Your Google Account from Your iPhone Using Google Smart Lock

Convert Handwritten Lists to Google Keep Notes - TATFI

How to Convert Handwritten Lists to Google Keep Notes: A Comprehensive Guide

Best VPN Services for Small Business - TATFI

Top VPN Services for Small Business in 2023

TheAppTimes © 2023 // Runs on StudioPress