How to schedule a text on iphone?

To schedule a text message on an iPhone, open a conversation in the Messages app, tap the + (plus) button next to the text field, select Send Later, and choose your desired date and time.How to Schedule Messages on iOS (2 Methods)1.Use Built-in Send Later in Messages:Method 1 (iOS 18+).Open the Messages app, select a conversation, tap the + button, choose Send Later, pick the date and time, type your message, and hit Send.2.Use the Shortcuts App Automation:Method 2 (iOS 17 & Earlier).Open the Shortcuts app, tap Automation > +, choose Time of Day, set time/frequency, tap Next, select Send Message, choose contact & text, and tap Done.Built-in "Send Later" vs. Shortcuts AutomationFeatureSend Later (iOS 18+)Shortcuts Automation (All iOS)Setup SpeedInstant (2 taps inside conversation)Requires setting up a multi-step routineiMessage SupportYesYesSMS/MMS SupportNo (iMessage contacts only)Yes (Works for standard text messages)Recurring MessagesNo (One-time scheduling only)Yes (Daily, weekly, or monthly repeat options)How to Edit or Cancel a Scheduled TextOpen the Messages app and navigate to the conversation thread.Locate the scheduled message bubble displayed with a dashed blue outline.Tap Edit above the message bubble to adjust the time, edit the draft text, or tap the X icon to delete the scheduled message entirely.