Saving a pic or video sent via text

I'm unable to save pics or videos that are sent to me via text message from other people. I have tried the "tap and hold" method but the only options I get are to Open, Delete, or View.  Save is not an option. Am I doing this wrong??  Thanks!

No, press and hold is the way to get it. I can't tell you why it isn't working for you.
Make sure you're pressing the actual pic not just the message.

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