How to Delete iMessage Apps in iOS 18 on iPhone and iPad

The revamped Messages app feels a bit more intuitive and a touch snappier. Due largely to the overhauled design, a lot of things have changed including the ability to rearrange apps and delete the useless iMessage apps. For this very reason, I thought it would be better to talk about how to delete iMessage apps iPhone and iPad. Keep reading to…

Delete iMessage Apps in iOS 18/iPadOS 18 on iPhone and iPad

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Whenever I come across a cool iMessage application, I love to give it a try. However, if it fails to live up to my taste or if I no longer need it, I make sure to get rid of it sooner than later. Though you have the freedom to keep as many apps in the list as you need, it’s better to allow only important ones to show up there. Else, it will look chaotic.

On your iPhone or iPad, open the Settings app.
In the Settings menu, scroll down and choose Messages.

Now, tap on iMessage Apps.
On the next screen, you will see a list of iMessage apps. While the standalone iMessage apps appear at the top, the apps that include iMessge apps will show up in a different section titled “Apps with iMessage Apps”.
It’s worth pointing out that when you delete an app that includes an iMessage app, it will be deleted both from the Messages app and the Home Screen. Hence, keep it in mind before going for the kill.
Find the app you want to get rid of and then tap on the red “-” button located to the left of the app.
Finally, hit the red Delete button and you are good to go!
You can repeat these same quick steps to remove all the useless iMessage apps from your iOS or iPadOS device.

Keep Your iMessage App Drawer Spick and Span..!

There you have it! So, that’s how you can keep the clutter away from your iMessage app drawer. The addition of several interesting features like Check IN, Live Stickers, and the quick way to save Voice Messages to Voice Memos has further enriched the profile of the Apple Messages app. If you have missed out on these cool new add-ons, be sure to give them a try and let us know your thoughts. Besides, do not forget to share your feedback about the redesigned user interface of the messaging app and whether or not it has impressed you.