How do I delete files in WhatsApp storage - briefly?
To delete files from WhatsApp storage, follow these steps:
- Open WhatsApp and go to Settings.
- Navigate to Storage and Data, then tap on Manage Storage. Here you can select and delete unwanted files or media.
How do I delete files in WhatsApp storage - in detail?
To delete files from WhatsApp storage, follow these detailed steps:
- Open WhatsApp: Launch the WhatsApp application on your device.
- Access Settings: On Android devices, tap on the three dots (⋮) in the top-right corner to access the menu, then select "Settings". On iOS devices, tap on "Settings" at the bottom of the screen.
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Navigate to Storage and Data:
- For Android: Tap on "Storage and data", then select "Manage storage".
- For iOS: Tap on "Data and Storage Usage", then select "Storage Usage".
- Review Storage Information: Here, you will see a list of chats sorted by the amount of storage they are using. This includes both individual chats and group chats.
- Select Chats to Delete: Tap on the chat or group whose files you wish to delete. You'll be presented with more detailed information about what types of files (like photos, videos, GIFs, etc.) are taking up space in that particular chat.
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Delete Specific Files:
- For Android: Tap on a file type (e.g., Photos) to see the individual files. You can select specific files by tapping on them. Then, tap the trash can icon at the bottom of the screen to delete the selected files. Confirm your action when prompted.
- For iOS: Unfortunately, you cannot delete specific files directly from within WhatsApp on iOS devices. However, you can clear all media in a chat by tapping "Clear Chat". This will remove all messages and media from that particular conversation. Be cautious with this option as it is irreversible.
- Confirm Deletion: After selecting the files or confirming to clear the chat, WhatsApp will ask for your confirmation before proceeding with the deletion. Tap "Delete" or "Clear Chat" to finalize the process.
- Repeat as Needed: You can repeat these steps for any other chats from which you want to delete files.
By following these steps, you can efficiently manage and free up storage space on your device by deleting unnecessary files from WhatsApp.