Can I delete a message with one checkmark in WhatsApp - briefly?
Yes, you can delete a message with one checkmark in WhatsApp. The single checkmark indicates that the message has been sent from your device but not yet delivered to the recipient.
Can I delete a message with one checkmark in WhatsApp - in detail?
In WhatsApp, the status of messages can be indicated by checkmarks. A single checkmark signifies that your message has been sent from your device but not yet delivered to the recipient's phone. At this stage, you are still able to delete the message, provided it hasn’t reached the recipient’s device.
To delete a message with one checkmark:
- Open WhatsApp and go to the chat where the message was sent.
- Long-press on the message that has the single checkmark.
- Select the “Delete” option from the menu that appears.
- Confirm your decision by tapping “Delete for Me.” This action will remove the message from your device but it won’t affect the recipient's phone if they have already received it.
However, if you want to delete the message for everyone involved in the conversation (i.e., both sender and receiver), you need to act quickly before the message is delivered:
- Long-press on the sent message with a single checkmark.
- Choose “Delete” from the menu.
- Select “Delete for Everyone.” This will remove the message from your device as well as the recipient’s, provided they haven’t seen it yet.
It is important to note that WhatsApp allows deletion of messages only within a short time frame after sending. If the single checkmark turns into two checkmarks (indicating delivery) or changes to blue ticks (confirming read status), you won't be able to delete the message for everyone.
In summary, while you can delete a message with one checkmark on your device, ensuring it is deleted for everyone requires swift action before the recipient sees it.