Where all Mac users grew up using Command + Do و Cmd + V , which are the usual copy-and-paste shortcuts in most programs. (Just swap the Cmd key for the Ctrl key on Windows.) But how do you Copy and Paste on your iPhone?
How to copy and paste text on iPhone
Touch the screen and hold the text and a menu will appear revealing the copy and paste commands. This is a common option for all apps on iPhone.
Let's see how it works, step by step. You have to select a single word or a snippet of text before copying and pasting it somewhere else on your phone.
1. Double-click a word to select it. A small menu with options will appear Said ، copy ، paste , And more. Instead, in the browser, you'll see copy ، Search ، Participation ...
2. To select more than one word, drag the cursor with the circle at either end of the highlighted text. You can drag the cursor left and right, as well as up and down.
3. Alternatively, you can use the click sequence here to select a word, phrase, paragraph, or all text on the screen:
- To select a word: Double tap with one finger.
- to select a phrase: Click on it three times.
- When you want to select a paragraph: Click it four times.
- To select all texts on the page: Double-tap first and drag two fingers to the bottom of the page.
4. After selecting the text you want to copy, tap copy. The copied text will be stored in "HolsterCompact, ready to be glued wherever you want. This clipboard runs in the background and is invisible. Notably, it can only store a single item in memory. If you copy anything else, the previous text will be deleted.
5. Click the location in the application or document where you want to paste the text. Press and hold your finger until the menu appears. Click on paste to paste the text.
Tips: Did you know that you can select text better by turning your keyboard into a trackpad? see Apple's support page for editing iPhone text for instructions.
How to copy and paste text with editing gestures
Apple introduced a large number of New Gestures in iOS 13. These quick three-finger gestures allow you to quickly perform common operations such as copying and pasting. Depending on your preference, you can click Copy or Paste from the menu as shown above or use these gestures. You may Review these gestures here.
This is best done with the thumb and two fingers. Select the text then:
- Said: Pinch inward twice with three fingers.
- copy: Pinch with three fingers (imagine picking words off the screen)
- paste: pinch with three fingers (imagine putting words on the screen)
We have mixed feelings about using these gestures. This may be because old habits or big fingers struggling with the smaller iPhone screen, but you can try it yourself and see if it helps.
The official video below will help you understand this technique, along with how to undo and redo the process.
Universal clipboard utility
Stay on Top Universal Clipboard Copy and paste content to your Apple devices, as long as you're signed in with the same Apple ID. For example, you can copy some text or something else on your iPhone and then paste it into a document on your Mac or iPad.
Enable each of these items for Universal Clipboard to work with your Apple devices:
- Sign in with the same Apple ID.
- turn on Wi-Fi for all devices.
- turn on Bluetooth Keep the devices close to each other (about 33 feet or 10 meters).
- Enable Hands down on all devices.
Universal Clipboard works with iOS 10, iPadOS 13, macOS 10.12 and later. It is part of Continuity Features This makes all Apple devices work together with the help of iCloud.
How to Copy URL Links to iPhone
It goes without saying that URLs (or hyperlinks) are what we copy and paste more than anything else. Fortunately, the process is similar to standard text copying.
Touch and hold the link until a popup appears at the bottom of the screen. From here, click Copy.
You can paste it anywhere on your phone using the same steps as any other text.
How to Copy URL Links on Safari
There are two ways to quickly copy a URL from Safari's address bar to your iPhone. The following screenshots show the two options.
1. Press and hold the address bar. Then click Copy from the pop-up menu. Will Browser Safari Copy URL to clipboard.
Want to paste a URL somewhere else to browse Using Safari? Just tap and hold the Safari address bar. Click on "paste and gofrom the pop-up menu to automatically switch to the web page.
How to copy a text message
Usually by copying a text message into IMessages or chat apps like WhatsApp to be redirected. Here's how to do it in Messages on your iPhone:
- Run the application.
- Press and hold on the message you want to copy.
- A pop-up menu will appear with copy as one of the options. Tap it, then paste it wherever you want.
Depending on the content of the message, a different Quick Action menu will appear. Touch and hold the screen. iOS apps dynamically update their Quick Actions as new information becomes available. Here are three types:
- default menu with option Transcription which defines the entire message.
- A preview with the option appears copy link in lista Quick action , if the message contains a link.
- The phone number in the message displays a list Quick action with cucumber Transcription as one of the options.
How to Copy and Paste Photos on iPhone
You can copy and paste images just as easily from one app to another that supports them.
Click and hold the image until a menu appears under the image with "copyas an option, as shown in the screenshot.
Copy and paste Emojis to iPhone
Your iPhone has a keyboard for custom emojis. But sometimes you may want to show someone the emoji you like. In these cases, copying and pasting emojis is a time-saving option.
Select by clicking -> Copy -> Paste method As described in this guide.
You can use a site like Cool Symbol. To copy it, paste the code into any app on the iPhone.
Improved copy and paste with clipboard managers
If you use your iPhone as a backbone on the go, it makes sense to install a dedicated clipboard manager. تعد clipboard management app Utilities that help you save multiple snippets and then paste them anywhere.
We've talked about each other's excellent clipboard management apps for iOS before, so check them out.
Alternative to copy and paste: Share
Now you know how to copy and paste just about anything on your iPhone. But it's not always necessary to do this. You can often save yourself the trouble of pasting your copy, as sharing is another option.
