How to leave a message in WhatsApp unread, but read it yourself - briefly?
To keep a WhatsApp message unread for others while you've already seen it, you can use the "mark as unread" feature. Simply long-press on the message and select the option to mark it as unread. This way, you can read the message without changing its status for the sender.
How to leave a message in WhatsApp unread, but read it yourself - in detail?
To leave a message on WhatsApp unread for your contact while you have already read it, follow these detailed steps:
- Open WhatsApp: Launch the WhatsApp application on your device.
- Locate the Message: Navigate to the chat or group where you received the message you want to mark as unread.
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Mark as Unread:
- On Android: Long-press on the message until a menu appears at the top of your screen. Tap on the "Mark as unread" option (represented by an open envelope icon).
- On iOS: Swipe left over the message you want to mark as unread, then tap the "More" button (three dots) that appears. From the menu, select "Mark as Unread".
- Confirmation: You should see a checkmark on the message you selected, confirming that it has been marked as unread for your contact.
By following these steps, the message will appear as unread to your contact, while you have already read and viewed its content. This feature is particularly useful when you want to revisit or respond to a message later without indicating to the sender that you have seen it immediately.