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KellenAtlas
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Mar 25, 2025

How do I print text messages from iPhone for court hearing?

I recently ran into a problem that made me laugh and cry. I wanted to print out my text messages from my iPhone, which I thought would be pretty simple, but I got so wrapped up in it. First I though...
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BrooklynEdge
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Mar 25, 2025

The Messages app that comes with macOS can synchronize iPhone text messages and support full conversation export, suitable for users who need to get text message records quickly.

How to print text messages from iPhone for court

1. Open iCloud SMS synchronization on iPhone: open Settings → Apple ID on top → iCloud → open Messages synchronization

2. On Mac: Open System Preferences→ Apple ID → Make sure Messages is checked. Export SMS to text file Open Messages app on Mac Locate the conversation you want to export → Press ⌘ + A to select all → ⌘ + C to copy.

3. Adjust formatting: Font: Courier New size 12 (equal width font to ensure alignment).

4. Add caption: Court Evidence: Record of text messages between <your name> and <the other person's name> (<date range>).

5. Print Settings: File → Print → Set Header/Footer (include page number and date).

This is a complete free way to print text messages from iPhone for court. You can try this on any iPhone!

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