How to Correct or Delete a Sent Message on Messenger: Step-by-Step Guide

Learn how to remove or correct a sent message on Messenger by deleting it for everyone and sending a corrected version.

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To correct a sent message on Messenger, simply press and hold the message you wish to edit. Then, tap the 'More' option and select 'Remove'. You'll have the option to 'Remove for Everyone' or 'Remove for You'. Choose 'Remove for Everyone' to delete the mistaken message from the chat. Note, however, Messenger does not currently allow for direct editing of sent messages, so you'll need to resend the corrected message.

FAQs & Answers

  1. Can I edit a sent message on Messenger? No, Messenger does not currently allow you to directly edit a sent message. Instead, you can remove the message and send a corrected version.
  2. How do I delete a message for everyone on Messenger? Press and hold the message, tap 'More', then select 'Remove' and choose 'Remove for Everyone' to delete the message from the chat for all participants.
  3. Will the other person know if I remove a message on Messenger? Yes, the other person will see a notification that a message was removed from the chat.

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