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Telegram has been one of the most widely used messaging applications today. You might have seen the ‘edit message’ option that pops up whenever you long-press a message on Telegram. This feature is quite useful, especially when you have made mistakes in your messages, it can save you from the trouble of sending another message correcting the errors or sending an apology message after mistakenly sending a message that wasn’t meant for that recipient.
However, if you use Telegram on an Android device, you may have realized that there is no ‘edit message’ option, unlike its iOS counterpart. This can be quite frustrating, especially when you’ve made a mistake in your message and you want to correct it without sending another message. In this article, we will explore the different methods you can use to edit your Telegram sent messages on Android.
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What’s Needed
Before we get started, there are a few things that you need to have in place. Firstly, you need to have the latest version of Telegram installed on your Android device. You can download it from the Google Play Store. Secondly, you need to have an active Telegram account with contacts that you send messages to. Lastly, you need to have an active internet connection to use Telegram.
What requires your focus?
To edit Telegram sent messages on an Android device requires a few technical skills, for example, some of the methods we’ll discuss will require you to download and install third-party applications on your device. Some methods may also require rooting your device. So, you should be careful and avoid making mistakes that could harm your device.
Method 1: Using the ‘Unsend’ option
Telegram has an ‘unsend’ option that allows you to delete messages that you’ve sent. This option also allows you to edit messages that you’ve sent. This is by far the easiest and most straightforward method to edit your Telegram sent messages on Android. You can use this method on both individual and group chats. Below is a step-by-step guide on how to use the ‘Unsend’ option to edit your messages.
7 Steps to Edit a Telegram Message using ‘Unsend’:
1. Open the Telegram application on your Android device.
2. Go to the chat from which you sent the message you want to edit.
3. Long-press the message you want to edit. This will prompt a pop-up menu.
4. Tap on the ‘Unsend’ option.
5. Once you’ve unsent the message, the app will prompt you to edit the message.
6. Make the edits you want to the message.
7. Once you’ve edited the message, tap ‘Send’ to resend it with the updated information.
Pros:
1. The ‘Unsend’ option is quite easy and straightforward to use.
2. It doesn’t require any technical skills or the installation of third-party applications.
Cons:
1. You can only edit the message immediately after you’ve sent it.
2. Once you’ve edited the message, everyone in the chat will be notified that the message has been edited.
Method 2: Using a third-party application – Unigram
Unigram is a third-party Telegram application that can be used to edit Telegram sent messages on Android. This method is suitable for users who are not comfortable rooting their devices or those who don’t want to use the ‘Unsend’ option. Unigram is an updated version of official Telegram with extra features such as the ability to edit messages and download media files without compression. Below is a step-by-step guide on how to use Unigram to edit your Telegram sent messages on Android.
8 Steps to Edit a Telegram Message using ‘Unigram’:
1. Download the Unigram application from the Google Play Store.
2. Install the application on your Android device.
3. Sign in to your Telegram account using the Unigram application.
4. Once you are logged in, go to the chat from which you sent the message you want to edit.
5. Long-press the message you want to edit. This will prompt a pop-up menu.
6. Tap on the ‘Edit’ option.
7. Once you’ve edited the message, tap on the ‘Send’ button.
8. Your edited message will be sent to the chat.
Pros:
1. Unigram is a user-friendly application that’s easy to use.
2. You can edit any message you’ve sent regardless of how long ago you sent it.
3. You don’t need to root your device to use Unigram.
Cons:
1. You need to download and install a third-party application on your device.
2. Unigram is not an official Telegram application.
Method 3: Using a third-party application – Plus Messenger
Plus Messenger is another third-party application that can be used to edit Telegram sent messages on Android. This method is more suitable for users who have experience rooting their devices. Plus Messenger is an advanced version of Telegram with extra features such as the ability to edit your sent messages. Below is a step-by-step guide on how to use Plus Messenger to edit your Telegram sent messages on Android.
9 Steps to Edit a Telegram Message using ‘Plus Messenger’:
1. Download the Plus Messenger application from the Google Play Store.
2. Install the application on your Android device.
3. Open the app and go to the settings menu.
4. Tap on the ‘Advanced’ option.
5. Scroll down to the ‘Plus Settings’ option and tap on it.
6. Tap on the ‘Enable Editing Messages’ option.
7. Once you’ve enabled the ‘Enable Editing Messages’ option, go to the chat from which you sent the message you want to edit.
8. Long press the message you want to edit. This will prompt a pop-up menu.
9. Tap on the ‘Edit’ option.
Pros:
1. Plus Messenger is a user-friendly application that’s easy to use.
2. You can edit any message you’ve sent, regardless of how long ago you sent it as long as you have a rooted device.
Cons:
1. You need to download and install a third-party application on your device.
2. You need to root your device to use Plus Messenger.
Why Can’t I Edit Telegram Sent Messages on Android?
There are several reasons why you can’t edit Telegram sent messages on Android. Below are some of the reasons and recommended fixes.
Reason 1:
Telegram has not released an update that includes the ‘edit message’ option for Android users.
Fix:
In this case, you can use the ‘Unsend’ option or download third-party applications such as Unigram or Plus Messenger to edit your sent messages on Telegram.
Reason 2:
Your device is not rooted.
Fix:
Root your device so that you can use third-party applications such as Plus Messenger to edit your Telegram sent messages.
Reason 3:
You are not using the latest version of Telegram.
Fix:
Update to the latest version of Telegram on the Google Play Store to be able to use the ‘Unsend’ option.
Implications and Recommendations
Editing Telegram sent messages can have both positive and negative implications. On the one hand, it allows you to correct errors in your messages and save you from the trouble of resending another message or sending an apology message. On the other hand, it can create misleading conversations as other chat participants may not be aware of the changes that you’ve made to the messages.
Recommendation:
It’s recommended that you edit your messages only to correct minor errors and avoid editing them to the extent that they completely change the meaning of your original message. You should also ensure that any edited messages are made known to the other chat participants, either by indicating that the message has been edited or by clarifying that the message has been changed.
5 FAQs
Q1: Can I edit messages sent to a group chat?
A1: Yes, you can edit messages sent to a group chat, but all the participants in the group will receive a notification that you’ve edited the message.
Q2: Can I revert to the original message after editing it?
A2: No, you cannot revert to the original message after editing it.
Q3: How long do I have to edit a message using the ‘Unsend’ option?
A3: You can only edit a message immediately after you send it.
Q4: Do I need to have a rooted device to edit my Telegram sent messages?
A4: No, you can use the ‘Unsend’ option or third-party applications such as Unigram to edit your messages without rooting your device.
Q5: What if I accidentally edited a message and I want to revert it back?
A5: Unfortunately, you cannot revert back to the original message once you’ve edited it.
In Conclusion
Editing Telegram sent messages on Android can be quite useful, especially when you’ve made a mistake in your message. The methods discussed in this article provide you with various options to edit your messages. You can use the ‘Unsend’ function that comes with the Telegram app, download third-party applications such as Unigram or Plus Messenger to edit your messages. However, you should be mindful of the implications that come with editing messages and ensure that your edited messages do not mislead other chat participants.