How to make WhatsApp quieter on PC?

How to make WhatsApp quieter on PC - briefly?

To make WhatsApp quieter on your PC, you can adjust the notification settings directly within the application. Simply go to the desktop app, click on the three dots in the top right corner, select "Settings," and then navigate to "Notifications" to customize your preferences.

How to make WhatsApp quieter on PC - in detail?

To make WhatsApp quieter on your PC, you can follow several steps to ensure that notifications and sounds are minimized or turned off altogether. Here's a detailed guide:

1. Adjust Notification Settings:

   • Open WhatsApp Web or Desktop.
   • Click on the three dots (⋮) in the top-right corner of the window to access the menu.
   • Select "Settings."
   • Go to "Notifications."
   • Here, you can customize your notification preferences:
     • Desktop Alerts: Toggle this off if you don't want to see pop-up notifications on your desktop.
     • Sound: You can turn off the sound completely or choose a less intrusive one.
     • Show Preview: Disabling this will hide message previews in the notification, making it quieter and more discreet.

2. Change System Notification Settings:

   • For Windows: Go to "Settings" > "System" > "Notifications & actions." Find WhatsApp in the list of apps and adjust the settings accordingly.
   • For macOS: Open "System Preferences" > "Notifications," select WhatsApp, and customize your notification preferences.

3. Mute Chats or Groups:

   • If specific chats or groups are too noisy, you can mute them temporarily or permanently:
     • Right-click on the chat or group.
     • Select "Mute notifications."
     • Choose the duration (8 hours, 1 week, 1 year) or select "Always" for permanent muting.

4. Use Browser Settings:

   • If you are using WhatsApp Web:
     • Right-click on the browser tab where WhatsApp is open.
     • Select "Mute Tab." This will mute any sounds coming from that specific tab.

5. Disable Desktop Notifications in Browser (for WhatsApp Web):

   • Open your browser settings and navigate to the notifications section.
   • Find WhatsApp or the website you are using for WhatsApp Web and block notifications.

By following these steps, you can effectively make WhatsApp quieter on your PC, ensuring a more peaceful and less disruptive experience.