How to delete single view in WhatsApp - briefly?
To delete a single view in WhatsApp, you can do so by tapping on the specific message or media and selecting the "Delete for me" option from the dropdown menu. This action will remove only that particular item from your view while keeping other messages intact.
How to delete single view in WhatsApp - in detail?
Deleting a specific message or media file from a conversation on WhatsApp can be done with relative ease, whether you're using an Android device, iPhone, or even the desktop version of the app. Below is a detailed guide on how to accomplish this task:
On Android Devices:
- Open WhatsApp: Launch the WhatsApp application on your Android device.
- Select the Chat: Navigate to the chat from which you wish to delete the specific message or media file.
- Long Press: Locate the message or media file you want to delete and perform a long press on it until a menu appears at the top of the screen.
- Delete Option: Tap on the "Delete" icon (represented by a trash can). You will be prompted with two options: "Delete for me" and "Delete for everyone".
- Delete for Me: This option removes the message or media file from your device only. The recipient(s) will still see it in their chat.
- Delete for Everyone: If selected within 1 hour, 8 minutes, and 30 seconds of sending the message, this option will delete the message or media file from both your device and the recipient's device.
- Confirmation: Confirm your choice by tapping "OK".
On iPhone Devices:
- Open WhatsApp: Launch the WhatsApp application on your iOS device.
- Select the Chat: Navigate to the chat from which you wish to delete the specific message or media file.
- Swipe Left: Locate the message or media file you want to delete and swipe left across it until an options menu appears.
- Delete Option: Tap on the "More" button (represented by three dots) that appears next to the message. You will be presented with several options, including "Delete".
- Confirmation: Confirm your choice by tapping "Delete for Me" or "Cancel" if you change your mind. Note that the "Delete for Everyone" feature is not available on iOS devices as of now.
On Desktop (WhatsApp Web/Desktop App):
- Open WhatsApp Web/Desktop: Access WhatsApp through your web browser or the desktop application.
- Select the Chat: Navigate to the chat from which you wish to delete the specific message or media file.
- Right-Click: Locate the message or media file you want to delete and perform a right-click on it.
- Delete Option: From the context menu that appears, select "Delete" or the trash can icon. You will be prompted with two options: "Delete for me" and "Delete for everyone".
- Delete for Me: This option removes the message or media file from your device only. The recipient(s) will still see it in their chat.
- Delete for Everyone: If selected within 1 hour, 8 minutes, and 30 seconds of sending the message, this option will delete the message or media file from both your device and the recipient's device.
- Confirmation: Confirm your choice by clicking "OK".
Important Considerations:
- The "Delete for Everyone" feature only works if both you and the recipient are using the latest version of WhatsApp.
- Deleting a message or media file does not guarantee that it will be permanently removed from all devices, especially if the recipient has taken screenshots or forwarded the content to others before deletion.
- Always ensure that you have selected the correct chat and message/media file before confirming deletion to avoid accidental data loss.
By following these steps, you can effectively manage your WhatsApp messages and media files, ensuring that unwanted content is promptly removed from your conversations.