How to add people from one WhatsApp group to another - briefly?
To add people from one WhatsApp group to another, you can follow these steps:
- Open the existing group and tap on the 'Group Info' or 'Members' tab.
- Select the members you want to add to the new group, then tap on 'Add to Group' and choose the new group.
How to add people from one WhatsApp group to another - in detail?
Adding individuals from one WhatsApp group to another can be a straightforward process, depending on the nature of the groups and the permissions set by their administrators. Here’s a detailed guide on how to achieve this:
Method 1: Direct Invitation
Step 1: Open the first WhatsApp group from which you want to add members.
Step 2: Tap on the group name or the three dots in the top right corner, and select "Group Info."
Step 3: Scroll down to see the list of participants. Select the person(s) you wish to add to the new group by tapping on their names.
Step 4: Tap on the "Forward" icon (the arrow pointing right) at the bottom of your screen. This will bring up a list of your existing groups and contacts.
Step 5: Choose the second WhatsApp group to which you want to add the selected members. If the group is not listed, it means you do not have permission to add members directly. In this case, follow Method 2.
Method 2: Use Group Links
Step 1: Open the first WhatsApp group and select the person(s) you want to invite to the new group.
Step 2: Tap on the three dots (vertical ellipsis) at the top right corner of the chat screen and select "More."
Step 3: Choose "Add to Group" from the menu. This will open a list of your existing groups.
Step 4: If the second group is not listed, it means you do not have permission to add members directly. You can ask the administrator of the new group to send you an invitation link.
Step 5: Once you receive the link, forward it to the selected member(s) in the first group. They can then use this link to join the second group.
Method 3: Admin Approval
Step 1: If you are not the administrator of either group, you will need permission from an admin to add members.
Step 2: Contact the administrator of the new group and request them to send you an invitation link or provide permission for you to add members directly.
Step 3: Once approved, follow Method 1 or Method 2 to add the desired members to the second group.
Important Considerations
- Privacy Settings: Ensure that the privacy settings of both groups allow for the addition of new members. Some groups may have restrictions set by administrators.
- Group Size Limits: WhatsApp allows a maximum of 256 participants per group. Make sure you are not exceeding this limit when adding new members.
- Mutual Contacts: The individuals you are adding must be in your contacts list for the process to work smoothly.
By following these methods, you can efficiently add people from one WhatsApp group to another while respecting privacy and administrative controls.