How to Send an iPhone Message Without Typing

Open the Messages app., Open a conversation., Tap the microphone icon on your keyboard., Say/speak what you want to text., Review your message., Tap the Send icon.

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Step-by-Step Guide

  1. Step 1: Open the Messages app.

    Tap a text thread to select an existing conversation.

    If you want to compose a new text message, tap the pen and notepad icon in the upper right corner of your screen and enter a contact's name or phone number. , This is to the left of the space bar on your keyboard.

    The keyboard will transform into a volume leveler. , Speak loudly, and clearly into your phone.

    Your message will appear in the text message field. , Check your message for any dictation errors. , This is the blue or green upward pointing arrow in the message box.

    The message you selected will be forwarded to the chosen recipient.
  2. Step 2: Open a conversation.

  3. Step 3: Tap the microphone icon on your keyboard.

  4. Step 4: Say/speak what you want to text.

  5. Step 5: Review your message.

  6. Step 6: Tap the Send icon.

Detailed Guide

Tap a text thread to select an existing conversation.

If you want to compose a new text message, tap the pen and notepad icon in the upper right corner of your screen and enter a contact's name or phone number. , This is to the left of the space bar on your keyboard.

The keyboard will transform into a volume leveler. , Speak loudly, and clearly into your phone.

Your message will appear in the text message field. , Check your message for any dictation errors. , This is the blue or green upward pointing arrow in the message box.

The message you selected will be forwarded to the chosen recipient.

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