How to make WhatsApp messages unread after reading them?

How to make WhatsApp messages unread after reading them - briefly?

To mark a message as unread on WhatsApp, simply long-press the conversation or message you want to mark and select "Mark as Unread" from the menu that appears. This feature is available for both individual messages and entire conversations.

How to make WhatsApp messages unread after reading them - in detail?

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

For Android Users:

  1. Open WhatsApp: Launch the WhatsApp application on your Android device.
  2. Navigate to Chats: Tap on the 'Chats' tab located at the bottom of the screen. This will display a list of all your conversations.
  3. Select the Chat: Find and tap on the chat with the message you want to mark as unread.
  4. Long Press on the Message: Locate the specific message you wish to mark as unread. Long press (hold your finger down) on that particular message until a menu appears at the top of the screen.
  5. Mark as Unread: In the menu, tap on the 'Mark as unread' option. The message will now appear as unread in your chat list.

For iPhone Users:

  1. Open WhatsApp: Launch the WhatsApp application on your iOS device.
  2. Navigate to Chats: Tap on the 'Chats' tab located at the bottom of the screen. This will display a list of all your conversations.
  3. Select the Chat: Find and tap on the chat with the message you want to mark as unread.
  4. Swipe Left on the Message: Locate the specific message you wish to mark as unread. Swipe left on that particular message until a menu appears.
  5. Mark as Unread: In the menu, tap on the 'Mark as unread' option. The message will now appear as unread in your chat list.

Additional Tips:

  • Notification Settings: Ensure that your notification settings are configured to display previews of messages. This way, you can easily see which messages are unread directly from the notifications panel.
  • Group Chats: The process is the same for both individual and group chats. Simply follow the steps outlined above for the respective platform you are using.

By following these steps, you can effectively manage your WhatsApp conversations and ensure that important messages remain unread until you are ready to address them.