Seeing sent requests on the Facebook mobile app allows you to view and manage friend requests and group join requests that you have sent to other users. Here is a step-by-step guide to seeing your sent requests on both iOS and Android devices.
Seeing Sent Friend Requests
When you send a friend request to another Facebook user from the mobile app, you can view and manage these requests by following these steps:
On iOS
- Open the Facebook app on your iOS device
- Tap on the hamburger menu icon (the three horizontal lines) in the bottom right corner
- Select “Requests” from the menu
- Tap on “Sent Requests” at the top of the screen
This will display a list of all pending friend requests you have sent from your account. You can tap on any request to cancel it if needed.
On Android
- Open the Facebook app on your Android device
- Tap the three-line menu button in the top right corner
- Select “Requests” from the menu
- Tap “Sent Requests” at the top of the screen
This will show you a list of sent friend requests just like on iOS. You can manage the requests directly from this screen.
Seeing Sent Group Join Requests
In addition to friend requests, you can also send requests to join private Facebook groups. Here is how to view and manage join requests you’ve sent:
On iOS
- Open the Facebook app menu and tap “Groups”
- Select “Your Groups” from the top of the screen
- Tap the “Membership Requests” tab
- You will see “Sent Requests” – tap here to view groups you’ve requested to join
On Android
- Open the Facebook app menu and tap “Groups”
- Tap “Your Groups” at the top
- Select the “Membership Requests” tab
- Tap “Sent Requests” to view your pending join requests
From here you can cancel any sent requests or see which groups have approved your request.
Managing Sent Requests
Once you view your sent Facebook requests, you have a few options to manage them:
- Cancel request – You can revoke a sent friend or group request at any time. Just tap on the specific request and select “Cancel Request”.
- Resend request – If your friend request was ignored, you can resend the request one more time. Tap “Resend Request” on the request.
- Unsend request – If you change your mind after sending a friend request, you can unsend it to take back the request completely.
In addition, you’ll be notified whenever a sent request is approved or deleted. For group join requests, you can see which groups accepted your request to join.
Why Can’t I See Some Sent Requests?
There are a few reasons why certain requests may not show up in your sent requests list:
- The request is still pending approval from the recipient and will only show as “sent” on their end.
- The request was already approved so it no longer appears as a pending sent request.
- The request was deleted or cancelled so it no longer displays in your sent list.
- A bug or technical issue is preventing the request status from updating properly.
If you cannot see a sent request that you think is still pending, try refreshing the requests list or restarting the app. Most missing requests are because they are no longer in a pending status.
Important Notes About Managing Sent Requests
Here are some key points to keep in mind when viewing and managing sent requests on Facebook mobile:
- You can only send friend requests to users who have not previously rejected your request.
- Cancelled friend requests can be resent one additional time if still pending.
- You cannot resend a cancelled group join request – you must submit a new request.
- Unsending a friend request prevents the recipient from seeing that you sent it.
- Deleted requests no longer appear in your sent requests list.
Understanding how Facebook handles your sent requests will help you effectively manage them from your mobile device.
Troubleshooting Tips
If you are having issues viewing sent requests on mobile, here are some troubleshooting tips:
- Force close and restart the Facebook app
- Double check that you are viewing the correct requests tab or menu
- Confirm the request is still pending and has not been approved, cancelled, or deleted
- Check your internet connection
- Update to the latest version of the Facebook app
- Log out then log back into your Facebook account
- Clear the app cache and data then re-open the app
- Restart your mobile device
In most cases, an app restart or refresh fixes temporary glitches with loading sent requests. If you still cannot view a request that should be pending, you will need to contact Facebook support for additional help.
Conclusion
Knowing how to find and manage sent friend and group requests is essential to connecting with new friends and joining groups on Facebook mobile. Simply access the requests menu, select the sent requests tab, and take any actions like cancelling requests or resending them. Keep in mind why certain requests may not appear and troubleshoot any issues with refreshing the app or your device. With this guide, you can easily view and control your pending sent requests from your iOS or Android device.