When I uploaded IOS 17, I lost my imessage app bar and it went to a drawer. Is there a way to go back to the imessage app bar?

When I downloaded IOS 17 the imessage app bar was replaced by a drawer (+). Is there a way I can go back to the imessage app bar?

Posted on Sep 21, 2023 9:25 AM

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Sep 21, 2023 9:29 AM in response to maston3

No, you cannot revert to the previous version. You can let Apple know your thoughts on the matter here:

Product Feedback - Apple

As iOS 17 may not have been added to the drop down menu yet, be sure to include that information in the text box.

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When I uploaded IOS 17, I lost my imessage app bar and it went to a drawer. Is there a way to go back to the imessage app bar?

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