How to close the view in WhatsApp?

How to close the view in WhatsApp - briefly?

To close a view in WhatsApp, simply tap on the back arrow located at the top left corner of your screen. This action will immediately close the current view and return you to the previous one.

How to close the view in WhatsApp - in detail?

Closing a view in WhatsApp can be done through various methods depending on the device and version of the app you are using. Here is a detailed guide to help you accomplish this task:

On Android Devices:

  1. Closing an Individual Chat:

    • Open WhatsApp and navigate to the chat or conversation you want to close.
    • Tap on the three vertical dots (⋮) located at the top-right corner of the screen.
    • Select "More" from the dropdown menu.
    • Choose "Close conversations" and then select the specific chat you wish to close.
    • Confirm by tapping on "Close."
  2. Closing All Chats:

    • Open WhatsApp and go to the main chats screen.
    • Tap on the three vertical dots (⋮) at the top-right corner of the screen.
    • Select "Settings" from the dropdown menu.
    • Go to "Chats" and then tap on "Clear all chats."
    • Confirm by tapping on "OK."

On iOS Devices:

  1. Closing an Individual Chat:

    • Open WhatsApp and navigate to the chat or conversation you want to close.
    • Swipe left on the specific chat you wish to close.
    • Tap on the red "Delete" button that appears on the right side of the screen.
    • Confirm by tapping on "Delete Chat."
  2. Closing All Chats:

    • Unfortunately, there is no direct option to clear all chats at once in WhatsApp for iOS. You will need to manually delete each chat individually as described above.

On Desktop (WhatsApp Web or Desktop App):

  1. Closing an Individual Chat:

    • Open WhatsApp on your desktop and navigate to the chat you want to close.
    • Click on the three vertical dots (⋮) located at the top-right corner of the chat window.
    • Select "More" from the dropdown menu.
    • Choose "Close conversations" and then select the specific chat you wish to close.
    • Confirm by clicking on "Close."
  2. Closing All Chats:

    • Unfortunately, there is no direct option to clear all chats at once in WhatsApp Web or Desktop App. You will need to manually delete each chat individually as described above.

Additional Tips:

  • Archiving Chats: If you prefer not to delete your conversations but want them out of sight, you can archive your chats. This moves the conversation from your main chats list to the "Archived" folder.
    • On Android or iOS: Swipe left on the chat and tap on "Archive."
    • On Desktop: Click on the three vertical dots (⋮) in the top-right corner of the chat window and select "More," then choose "Archive."

By following these steps, you can efficiently manage and close views in WhatsApp according to your preferences.