How to Copy and Paste on Your Phone (Android & iPhone)

If you're trying to copy and paste text on your phone, here's a simple guide to walk you through the process for both Android and iPhone devices. Follow the instructions below to copy and paste text quickly and easily!

For Android Devices:

  1. Highlight the Text:

    • Tap and hold on the text you want to copy. After a moment, the text will be highlighted with selection markers on both sides.

  2. Adjust the Selection:

    • Drag the selection markers (blue or gray) to adjust the amount of text you want to highlight.

  3. Copy the Text:

    • Once the text is selected, you should see options at the top of your screen. Tap Copy.

  4. Paste the Text:

    • Navigate to where you want to paste the text (such as in a message, document, or text field).

    • Tap and hold the area where you want to paste. After a moment, you'll see the Paste option. Tap Paste to insert your copied text.

For iPhone Devices:

  1. Highlight the Text:

    • Tap and hold on the text you want to copy. A menu will pop up with selection handles on both sides.

  2. Adjust the Selection:

    • Move the handles to adjust the selection if needed to capture the exact portion of text you want to copy.

  3. Copy the Text:

    • Once you've selected the desired text, tap the Copy option from the menu that appears.

  4. Paste the Text:

    • Go to the area where you want to paste the text (such as a message, email, or search bar).

    • Tap and hold in the text field, and the Paste option will appear. Tap Paste to insert the copied text.

Now that you know how to copy and paste on both Android and iPhone devices, you can easily move text between apps or documents.

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