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Ifyour iPhonekeeps warning you about low storage, your Messages app may be part of the problem.Photos, videos and documents saved inside your text threads can stack up fast.The good news is that you can clear those big files without erasing entire conversations.
Below, you will find simple steps that work on thelatest iOS 26.1.These steps help you clean up storage while keeping your messages right where you want them.
If you haven’t updated to iOS 26.1, go toSettings>General>Software Updateto install the latest version.
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An iPhone displays a low-storage alert as large photos, videos and documents saved in Messages fill device space, prompting users to remove files without deleting entire conversations.(Cyberguy.com)
Why clearing attachments helps your iPhone run better
Removing large attachments gives you quick breathing room on your iPhone.It can free up gigabytes in seconds, especially if you text lots of photos or videos.Clearing old files also keeps your message threads tidy and helps your device run more smoothly by reducing the amount of storage your system needs to manage.The best part is that you can clean up everything without losing a single conversation.
How to delete attachments but keep your conversations on iPhone
These quick steps help you clear large files from Messages while keeping every conversation intact.
- Launch theMessages appon your iPhone
- Open the conversation threadthat holds the attachments you want to delete.
- Tap on thename of the contact(s)in the text thread.
To the right of Info, click onPhotosorDocuments;you may need to swipe over other tabs to see these.Photos will also contain videos and GIFs, while documents will contain Word documents, PDFs and other types of files.
- Hold your finger and long-press on aphoto, video or documentuntil a menu appears.
- TapDeleteto remove that single file.
Then confirmDeletewhen asked.
How to delete multiple files on your iPhone at once
To clear out several attachments at once, follow these quick steps on your iPhone.
Deleting attachments in Messages quickly frees space without losing your conversations.(Sean Gallup/Getty Images)
- Go back to thePhotos or Documentstab.
- TapEdit.
- ClickSelect documentsorSelect Photos
- Tap on thephotosordocumentsthat you want to remove.You will see ablue checkmarkappear in the bottom-right corner.
- Tap thetrash iconin the bottom right corner.
Confirmyou want to delete the selected attachments by clickingDelete Photos.
These steps work almost the same wayon an iPad.After you finish, you will often see an instant boost in available storage.
How to review large attachments in settings and delete them
If you want to clear the biggest files on your device, you can check them from your iPhone’s storage screen anddeletethem:
- OpenSettings
- TapGeneral
- ChooseiPhone Storage
- TapMessages
- ClickReview Large Attachmentsto see photos, videos and attachments taking up storage in Messages.
- ClickEdit.
- Select items to delete by clicking thecirclenext to the attachment you want to delete. A blue checkmark will appear.
Then, tap thetrash can iconin the upper right to delete it.
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This method gives you a quick overview of what takes up the most space and lets you delete it quickly.
IPhone users can clear large photos, videos and files from Messages using built-in storage tools, helping free space, keep conversations intact and improve device performance.(Cyberguy.com)
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Kurt’s key takeaways
Freeing up storage doesn’t have to be confusing.A few quick taps can remove bulky files and keep your conversations intact.With these simple steps, your iPhone stays organized, runs smoothly and is ready for more photos, videos and apps.
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