How to add yourself to a list in WhatsApp?

How to add yourself to a list in WhatsApp - briefly?

To add yourself to a list in WhatsApp, follow these steps:

1. Open the WhatsApp app and navigate to the chat where you want to add yourself to the list.
2. Tap on the group name at the top of the screen, select "Lists," then tap on the "Add" button next to your name.

How to add yourself to a list in WhatsApp - in detail?

Adding yourself to a list in WhatsApp can be a useful feature for organizing your contacts and ensuring you remain visible in group chats or broadcast lists. Here's a step-by-step guide on how to do this:

1. Create a Broadcast List:

   • Open WhatsApp and navigate to the 'Chats' tab at the bottom of the screen.
   • Tap on the three dots (⋮) in the top right corner to open the menu.
   • Select 'New broadcast'.
   • Choose the contacts you want to add to this list. You can select multiple contacts by tapping on them one by one.
   • Once you've selected all desired contacts, tap 'Create' at the bottom of the screen.

2. Adding Yourself to the Broadcast List:

   • After creating the broadcast list, you will be directed to a new chat window where you can type your message.
   • Before sending any messages, tap on the contact names at the top of the screen to view the list of recipients.
   • Tap on 'Add recipient' (⋮) located at the bottom right corner of the screen.
   • In the pop-up menu that appears, select 'Broadcast list'.
   • You will see your newly created broadcast list at the top. Tap on it to add yourself to the list.

3. Sending a Message:

   • Now that you're added to the list, you can type your message in the text box and send it.
   • Your message will be delivered to all contacts included in the broadcast list, including yourself.

4. Managing Your Broadcast List:

   • To manage or view your broadcast lists, go back to the 'Chats' tab.
   • Tap on the three dots (⋮) in the top right corner and select 'New broadcast'.
   • Here you will see all your existing broadcast lists. You can tap on any list to view its members or send a new message.
   • To add more contacts to an existing list, tap on the list name, then tap 'Add recipient' (⋮), and select the contacts you want to include.

By following these steps, you can effectively manage your WhatsApp broadcast lists and ensure that you remain included in group communications. This feature is particularly useful for businesses or individuals who need to send regular updates to a large group of contacts.