How to make a message unread in WhatsApp after reading it?

How to make a message unread in WhatsApp after reading it - briefly?

To mark a message as unread in WhatsApp after you've read it, simply follow these steps:

1. Long press on the chat or message you want to mark as unread.
2. Tap the "Mark as Unread" option from the menu that appears.

How to make a message unread in WhatsApp after reading it - in detail?

If you've accidentally read a message on WhatsApp and want to mark it as unread, there are several methods you can use depending on your device and the version of WhatsApp you have installed. Here’s a detailed guide to help you achieve this:

For Android Users:

1. Open WhatsApp and go to the chat containing the message you want to mark as unread.
2. Long press on the message until it is selected. You can also select multiple messages if needed.
3. Once selected, tap on the three dots (⋮) in the top-right corner of your screen.
4. From the menu that appears, choose Mark as unread. The message will now be marked with a blue dot, indicating it is unread.

For iPhone Users:

1. Open WhatsApp and navigate to the chat with the message you want to mark as unread.
2. Swipe left on the message until you see the options appear on the right side of your screen.
3. Tap on the circle with a line through it, which is the Mark as Unread option. The message will now be marked with a blue dot, indicating it is unread.

Using Notifications:

1. Turn off notifications for WhatsApp from your device’s settings.
2. Open WhatsApp and read the message you want to mark as unread.
3. Close WhatsApp completely by swiping it away from your recent apps list.
4. Re-enable notifications for WhatsApp. When you open the app again, the message will be marked as unread.

Using Archive:

1. Open WhatsApp and go to the chat containing the message you want to mark as unread.
2. Swipe left on the chat (for iPhone users) or tap and hold on the chat (for Android users).
3. Select the Archive option from the menu that appears. This will move the chat to the Archived Chats section.
4. To mark the message as unread, go to the Archived Chats section, find the chat you archived, and open it. The message will now appear with a blue dot, indicating it is unread.

For WhatsApp Web/Desktop Users:

1. Open WhatsApp Web or the Desktop app on your computer.
2. Right-click on the message you want to mark as unread.
3. From the context menu that appears, select Mark as Unread. The message will now be marked with a blue dot, indicating it is unread.

These methods should help you effectively manage your read and unread messages in WhatsApp.