Using codes from text messages.

By Khomus, 10 September, 2026

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iOS and iPadOS

Now that I'm actually trying to use my phone more like a phone, I'm getting verification codes in text messages. So far I'm just popping open Messages, memorizing the code quick, and going and typing it in, e.g. to a website/app. Is there an easier way to do this? A simple trick to be able to paste maybe? In case it matters I'm using 1Password, I think I have that as the default for auto-filling stuff.

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By Igna Triay on Thursday, September 10, 2026 - 22:19

I don’t remember where to turn on this option exactly but there’s an option right above the Number one. If you swipe once more to the left, which will say something like From Messages, 123456, as an example. If you double tap, the code will be filled in, and the message will automatically be deleted. I don’t remember where was the option though.
Ok found where it is. Settings, general, autofill and passwords. Look for the heading that says, Verification Codes. Turn on delete after use and you'll be all set.

By Khomus on Thursday, September 10, 2026 - 23:01

I'll give that a shot. That would be really handy actually.