How to delete a message in WhatsApp on a computer - briefly?
To delete a message in WhatsApp on a computer, select the message you want to remove and press the Delete key or right-click and choose "Delete."
How to delete a message in WhatsApp on a computer - in detail?
Deleting a message in WhatsApp on a computer is a straightforward process, whether you want to remove the message from your device only or for all participants in the conversation. Here’s a detailed guide to help you through the steps:
Delete for Everyone (Available up to 1 hour, 8 minutes, and 16 seconds after sending):
- Open WhatsApp Web: Visit web.whatsapp.com on your computer's browser.
- Scan QR Code: Use your phone to scan the QR code displayed on the computer screen to link your WhatsApp account.
- Navigate to Chats: Click on the chat where the message you want to delete is located.
- Select Message: Hover over the message you wish to delete until a small menu appears at the top of the message.
- Click on More Options (Three Dots): This will open a dropdown menu with several options.
- Choose Delete: Select 'Delete' from the dropdown menu.
- Confirm Deletion: A pop-up window will ask if you want to delete the message for everyone or just for you. Choose 'Delete for Everyone.'
Delete for You:
- Open WhatsApp Web: Visit web.whatsapp.com on your computer's browser.
- Scan QR Code: Use your phone to scan the QR code displayed on the computer screen to link your WhatsApp account.
- Navigate to Chats: Click on the chat where the message you want to delete is located.
- Select Message: Hover over the message you wish to delete until a small menu appears at the top of the message.
- Click on More Options (Three Dots): This will open a dropdown menu with several options.
- Choose Delete: Select 'Delete' from the dropdown menu.
- Confirm Deletion: A pop-up window will ask if you want to delete the message for everyone or just for you. Choose 'Delete for Me.'
Additional Tips:
- Time Limit: Remember, the 'Delete for Everyone' option is only available within 1 hour, 8 minutes, and 16 seconds of sending the message. After this time frame, you can only delete messages for yourself.
- Notification: The recipient will see a notification stating that you deleted a message. They won’t be able to see the content of the message, but they will know one was deleted.
By following these steps, you can effectively manage and clean up your WhatsApp conversations on your computer.