How to Copy and Paste on Facebook Messenger
Facebook Messenger is the chat application by Facebook that is widely used by millions of people across the world. Whether you’re chatting with your family members, friends, or colleagues, there may come a time when you want to copy and paste text from one conversation to another or from outside the application into a conversation. While copying and pasting on Facebook Messenger may seem like a simple task, there are several different scenarios where it can be difficult to accomplish.
Below are some methods and tips for copying and pasting on Facebook Messenger, as well as some commonly asked questions about the process.
Method 1: Copy and Paste Text on Facebook Messenger (Mobile Devices)
Step 1 – Open the Facebook Messenger app on your mobile device.
Step 2 – Choose the conversation where you want to copy and paste text.
Step 3 – Long-press the text you want to copy. A tooltip should appear that says, “Copy.”
Step 4 – Tap the “Copy” button.
Step 5 – Long-press the text box in the conversation where you want to paste the text.
Step 6 – Tap the “Paste” button. The text should appear in the text box.
Method 2: Copy and Paste Text on Facebook Messenger (Desktop)
Step 1 – Open Facebook Messenger on your desktop.
Step 2 – Choose the conversation where you want to copy and paste text.
Step 3 – Long-press the text you want to copy. A tooltip should appear that says, “Copy.”
Step 4 – Click the “Copy” button.
Step 5 – Click the text box in the conversation where you want to paste the text.
Step 6 – Right-click the text box and select “Paste” from the drop-down menu. The text should appear in the text box.
Method 3: Copy and Paste from Outside Facebook Messenger
Step 1 – Copy the text you want to paste from outside Facebook Messenger. This could be from a website, document, or another conversation.
Step 2 – Open Facebook Messenger and choose the conversation where you want to paste the text.
Step 3 – Long-press the text box in the conversation.
Step 4 – Tap the “Paste” button. The text should appear in the text box.
Tips for Copying and Pasting on Facebook Messenger
1. If you’re copying and pasting from a different language, make sure that your computer or mobile device has the necessary keyboard settings installed to input the characters.
2. If you’re having trouble pasting text in a conversation, try pasting it into another application, like a word processor, and then copying and pasting it again into Facebook Messenger.
3. If you want to copy and paste images, videos, or other multimedia content, it may be easier to share them directly from the source rather than copying and pasting them.
FAQs
1. Why can’t I paste text into Facebook Messenger?
There are several reasons why you might not be able to paste text into Facebook Messenger. Try copying the text again and make sure that it is not too long or too complex. Additionally, try pasting the text into another application first before attempting to paste it into Facebook Messenger.
2. Can I paste images or videos into Facebook Messenger?
Yes, but it may be easier to share images or videos directly from the source rather than copying and pasting them.
3. Can I copy and paste on Facebook Messenger on a desktop?
Yes, you can copy and paste on Facebook Messenger on a desktop using the same method as on a mobile device.
4. Does Facebook Messenger have a clipboard feature?
No, Facebook Messenger does not have a clipboard feature where you can store multiple items for copying and pasting.