How to delete a message in WhatsApp on Samsung?

How to delete a message in WhatsApp on Samsung - briefly?

To delete a message in WhatsApp on a Samsung device, simply press and hold the message you want to remove. Then, tap the trash can icon that appears at the top of the screen. This action will permanently delete the selected message from your chat history.

How to delete a message in WhatsApp on Samsung - in detail?

Deleting a message in WhatsApp on a Samsung device is a straightforward process, but it’s important to note that the options available depend on how much time has passed since the message was sent or received. Here’s a detailed guide on how to delete messages:

1. Deleting for Everyone (Within 7 Minutes):
   • Open WhatsApp on your Samsung device.
   • Navigate to the chat where the message you want to delete is located.
   • Long-press on the message until a menu appears at the top of the screen.
   • Tap on the "Delete" icon (it looks like a trash can).
   • You will see two options: "Delete for Me" and "Delete for Everyone". Choose "Delete for Everyone".
   • Confirm your action by tapping "Delete for Everyone" in the pop-up window.

This feature allows you to delete messages for all participants in a chat, provided that it has been less than 7 minutes since the message was sent. After this time frame, you can only delete messages for yourself.

2. Deleting for Yourself:

   • Open WhatsApp and go to the specific chat where the message is located.
   • Long-press on the message until the menu appears at the top of the screen.
   • Tap on the "Delete" icon (trash can).
   • Choose "Delete for Me". This action will remove the message from your view, but it will still be visible to other participants in the chat.

3. Deleting Media Files:

   • If you want to delete a media file such as an image or video, follow the same steps as above: long-press on the media file and select "Delete for Me" or "Delete for Everyone" (if within 7 minutes).

4. Archiving Chats:

   • While not a direct deletion method, archiving chats can help you declutter your main chat list. To archive a chat:
     • Long-press on the chat in your chat list.
     • Tap on the "Archive" icon at the top (it looks like a downward arrow).
   • Archived chats will be moved to the "Archived Chats" section, which can be accessed by tapping on the three dots in the top right corner and selecting "Archived Chats".