Interactive text, an underrated iOS feature present since the iPhone's inception, allows you to tap phone numbers or addresses for quick actions. However, not all apps integrate this feature and some even restrict copying parts of a message.

Understandable, but annoying.

But today, I'm going to share a little tip to work around that.

To overcome this limitation, you can use Live Text to copy any text or access un-tappable phone numbers and addresses by taking a screenshot.

To do so, ensure your iPhone runs on iOS 15 or higher. Follow these steps:

1. Take a screenshot of the desired text.

2. Tap the floating preview at the bottom left to open the editor.

3. Disable the markup tool by tapping Pen icon in top toolbar.

4. Tap the Live Text button in bottom-right corner; iOS highlights all text in the screenshot.

5. The Copy All button copies everything; alternatively, tap on specific text to select and copy as usual.

Phone numbers and addresses will be underlined for easy calling or locating via your default Map app with just one tap. Once finished, click Done and choose Delete Screenshot option to remove it from your camera roll. Although not as convenient as selectable in-app texts, it serves as an effective workaround for now.

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