From CNET: Google Messages is adding the ability to edit messages after they're sent, which will initially bring more flexibility for texts between Android phones.
The new edit feature was announced in a Thursday blog post alongside a number of new Android features, which will allow for adjustments to texts that are sent over RCS between Android phones. These conversations will allow for edits for up to 15 minutes after a text has been sent.
In order to edit a text, you tap and hold a recently sent text, tap the pencil icon and then the ability to rewrite the message will appear.
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