How to delete a message on iPhone WhatsApp for everyone - briefly?
To delete a message on iPhone WhatsApp for everyone, simply long press the message until the options menu appears, then select "Delete" and choose "Delete for Everyone." This action will remove the message from both your device and the recipient's device.
How to delete a message on iPhone WhatsApp for everyone - in detail?
To delete a message on iPhone WhatsApp for everyone, you need to follow these detailed steps:
- Open WhatsApp: Start by launching the WhatsApp application on your iPhone. Make sure it is updated to the latest version, as outdated software might lack this feature.
- Navigate to Chats: Once inside WhatsApp, go to the 'Chats' tab at the bottom of the screen. This will display a list of all your conversations.
- Select the Chat: Tap on the chat where you sent the message you want to delete. This will open the conversation thread.
- Locate the Message: Scroll through the messages until you find the one you wish to remove for everyone.
- Long Press on the Message: To initiate the deletion process, long press (press and hold) on the message. A pop-up menu will appear with several options.
- Choose 'Delete': From the pop-up menu, select the 'Delete' option. This will give you two choices: 'Delete for Me' or 'Cancel'.
- Tap 'Delete for Everyone': Instead of selecting 'Delete for Me', tap on the 'Cancel' button to go back. Then, long press on the message again and this time select 'Delete for Everyone'. This option will only be available within 1 hour, 8 minutes, and 16 seconds after sending the message.
- Confirm Deletion: A confirmation dialog will appear asking if you are sure you want to delete the message for everyone. Tap 'Delete for Everyone' to confirm your choice.
- Check Status: After the deletion process is complete, both you and the recipient(s) will see a notification stating "This message was deleted" in place of the original text. This indicates that the message has been successfully removed from everyone's devices.
Following these steps ensures that the message is permanently deleted not only from your iPhone but also from the devices of all recipients involved in the conversation, providing a clean and efficient way to manage your WhatsApp communications.