How do I delete a message for everyone in WhatsApp - briefly?
To delete a message for everyone in WhatsApp, simply long-press on the message you want to remove and select the "Delete" option from the menu that appears at the top of your screen. Then, choose "Delete for Everyone" from the options provided.
How do I delete a message for everyone in WhatsApp - in detail?
To delete a message for everyone in WhatsApp, follow these detailed steps:
- Open WhatsApp: Launch the WhatsApp application on your mobile device. Ensure that you have an active internet connection.
- Navigate to the Chat: Go to the chat where the message you want to delete is located. This could be a group chat or a one-on-one conversation.
- Select the Message: Long press on the message you intend to delete until it is highlighted. You can also tap on the message once and then select other messages if you wish to delete multiple messages at once.
- Access the Delete Option: Once the message(s) are selected, look for the trash can icon or "Delete" option that appears at the top of your screen. Tap on it.
- Choose 'Delete for Everyone': A menu will pop up with two options: "Delete for Me" and "Delete for Everyone". Select "Delete for Everyone". This action will remove the message from both your device and the recipient’s device.
- Confirm Deletion: WhatsApp will prompt you to confirm the deletion. Tap on "Delete" to proceed. Keep in mind that this option is only available within a short time frame after sending the message, usually up to 7 minutes for individual chats and 13 hours 8 minutes for group chats.
- Successful Deletion: If the deletion is successful, you will see "You deleted this message" in place of the original message on your device. The recipient(s) will also see the same notification, indicating that the message has been removed from their chat as well.