You can edit a previously sent message in private chats and groups, but it will be tagged as “Edited.”

Edit Sent Telegram Messages on Android

You can edit messages in the Telegram app on Android using a long-press action. To get started, select the conversation where you want to edit a message. Next, find the message in the chat, and simply tap and hold.

The message will be selected, and you’ll see a toolbar at the top of the screen. Here, tap the edit button represented by a pencil icon.

You can now edit the message in any way that you want (The original message will be shown above.). Once you’re done, tap the checkmark button.

You will now see the updated message with the “Edited” tag next to it.

Edit Sent Telegram Messages on iPhone

On your iPhone, open the Telegram app and navigate to the conversation where you want to edit a sent message.

Find the message and simply tap and hold.

From the pop-up menu, choose the “Edit” option.

Now you will see the original message above the text box. You can edit the message as you wish. Once you are done, just tap the checkmark button.

The edited message will be sent with an “Edited” tag next to it.