This One UI 6.1.1 feature causing Samsung Messages selection issue, check quick fixes

Several Galaxy device users have reported a frustrating issue with the Samsung Messages app after the One UI 6.1.1 update. They mentioned in the community that when searching for a specific message, selecting it doesn’t always take them to its location.

This issue with Samsung Messages seems to be related to the malicious message blocking feature introduced in One UI 6.1.1. When several users try to open a message from a search result, it doesn’t always direct them to the right spot, causing inconvenience.

Fortunately, Samsung has acknowledged the issue and is working on a solution. The company plans to release an app update to improve the Samsung Messages app to ensure users can easily access the messages they’re looking for.

The community moderator has confirmed that the issue may occur if you have turned on the malicious message blocking feature. The company is preparing solutions for it, meanwhile, you can check temporary solutions to help resolve this issue.

Samsung recommends disabling the malicious message blocking feature.  For that, users just need to follow a few easy steps.

• Open the Samsung Messages App on the Galaxy device.
• Tap the More Options icon (three dots) in the top right corner and select Settings.
• Find the “Manage Spam and Blocked Numbers” option and turn the malicious message blocking function Off.

Additionally, Samsung advises users to ensure that their Messages app is updated to the latest version. To do this, open the Galaxy Store app >> Search Samsung Messages App >> If an Update button appears, users should click it to install the latest version.

By following these steps, users can temporarily improve their experience with the Messages app. Stay tuned for future updates from Samsung that may help resolve this issue even further.