How to cancel sending in WhatsApp - briefly?
To cancel a message you're sending on WhatsApp, simply press and hold the message bubble until it changes color. Then, tap the "Cancel" button that appears at the top of the screen. This will prevent the message from being delivered to the recipient.
How to cancel sending in WhatsApp - in detail?
Cancelling a message in WhatsApp can be a lifesaver when you realize you've made a mistake or want to prevent an unwanted conversation from happening. Here’s a detailed guide on how to cancel sending a message in WhatsApp:
For iOS Users:
- Open WhatsApp and go to the chat where you sent the message.
- Find the Message: Locate the message you want to delete or recall.
- Tap and Hold: Press and hold on the message until a menu appears at the top of your screen.
- Select Options: Tap on the ‘Delete for Me’ option if you only want to delete it from your phone, or select ‘Delete for Everyone’ to remove it from both your device and the recipient's device.
- Confirmation: A confirmation dialog will appear. Tap 'Delete for Everyone' to confirm.
For Android Users:
- Open WhatsApp and navigate to the chat containing the message you wish to delete.
- Locate the Message: Find the message you want to recall or delete.
- Long Press: Press and hold on the message until a menu with options appears at the top of your screen.
- Choose ‘Delete’: Tap on the 'Delete' option that appears in the top menu bar.
- Confirmation Dialog: A dialog box will appear asking if you want to delete the message for everyone or just yourself. Select ‘Delete for Everyone’.
- Final Confirmation: WhatsApp will ask for your confirmation one more time. Tap 'Delete for Everyone' to confirm the action.
Important Notes:
- Time Limit: You have a limited time window (approximately 7 minutes) after sending a message to recall it using the ‘Delete for Everyone’ option. After this period, you can only delete the message from your own device using the ‘Delete for Me’ option.
- Success Indicator: Once successfully deleted, both you and the recipient will see a note in place of the original message saying “This message was deleted.”
- Recipient Awareness: The recipient will be notified that a message has been recalled or deleted. They won't be able to see the content of the message but will know that something was sent and then removed.
By following these steps, you can effectively manage your messages in WhatsApp and avoid potential misunderstandings or mistakes.