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iMessage app bar disappearing

When I open iMessage, the app bar showing icons to attach photos or GIFs is there right above the box to enter my text message. As soon as I type even just one letter, space, or a return, the app bar disappears and I don’t have the App Store icon available to tap to get the app bar back. What’s going on and how can I stop it from happening?

Posted on Nov 13, 2021 9:52 AM

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Posted on Nov 14, 2021 10:05 AM

Greetings Sluguser,


Thanks for visiting the Apple Support Communities! It seems you're noticing the app drawer disappear after typing in Messages.


The app drawer appears where predictive text is placed in Messages. If you wish to always see the app drawer while typing, you can disable predictive text:


How to use Auto-Correction and predictive text on your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch - Apple Support


You're welcome to leave feedback to Apple with your thoughts on features and enhancements at the following website:


Feedback - iPhone - Apple


Kind regards.

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Nov 14, 2021 10:05 AM in response to Sluguser

Greetings Sluguser,


Thanks for visiting the Apple Support Communities! It seems you're noticing the app drawer disappear after typing in Messages.


The app drawer appears where predictive text is placed in Messages. If you wish to always see the app drawer while typing, you can disable predictive text:


How to use Auto-Correction and predictive text on your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch - Apple Support


You're welcome to leave feedback to Apple with your thoughts on features and enhancements at the following website:


Feedback - iPhone - Apple


Kind regards.

iMessage app bar disappearing

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