How to Forward Multiple Text Messages on Android

Forwarding a single text message on Android is easy - just tap and hold the message, select forward, and send it off. But if you need to forward multiple messages, like a long conversation thread or a group chat, it can be tricky to get them all moved over efficiently.

In this guide, I'll show you a few quick methods to forward multiple SMS, MMS, or chat messages to another number or contact on your Android device.

Forward Multiple Texts from a Conversation

The easiest way to forward all the messages from a conversation thread is:

1. Open the conversation thread you want to forward.
2. Tap the three-dot menu in the top-right.
3. Choose "Select messages" from the menu.
4. Tap "Select all" to check every message in the thread.
5. Tap the share icon at the top.
6. Choose a contact to forward the messages to.

This will send the entire conversation - including both sides - on to the number or contact you selected.

Pros

• Quickly forwards long conversations
• Keeps messages grouped in a thread

Cons

• Sends your messages too
• Can't pick and choose specific messages

Select Specific Messages to Forward

If you only need to send a few messages from a long conversation, you can select them individually:

1. Open the conversation thread.
2. Tap and hold the first message you want to forward.
3. Check the box in the top-right to select it.
4. Tap each additional message to select it.
5. Tap the share icon at the top once done.
6. Choose a contact to receive the messages.

This lets you hand-pick which messages to include and which to leave out.

Pros

• Forwards specific messages only
• Leaves out unwanted messages

Cons

• Time consuming for long threads
• Can't select all easily

Forward as File Attachment

You can also forward entire conversations as a file attachment:

1. Open the conversation thread.
2. Tap the three-dot menu.
3. Choose "Share as file" or "Export chat".
4. Select a sharing method like email or Bluetooth.
5. Choose a contact and send the file.

This saves all the messages, media, and details in one file that the recipient can view.

Pros

• Sends full conversation details
• Works for very long threads

Cons

• File format varies across SMS apps
• Recipient needs compatible app to view

Can I forward messages to iPhone users?

Yes, you can forward SMS and MMS messages to iPhone users from your Android phone without issues. Messages will be received in the standard SMS or iMessage app.

Do forwarded messages count towards my text limit?

Typically no - forwarded messages are not counted separately and will only use the recipient's text allowance.