How to open a WhatsApp link in the app - briefly?
To open a WhatsApp link directly in the app, follow these simple steps:
- Tap and hold the link until a menu appears.
- Select "Open with WhatsApp" from the menu options.
How to open a WhatsApp link in the app - in detail?
Opening a WhatsApp link directly within the app can be done seamlessly, provided that you have the app installed on your device and are using a supported operating system. Here is a detailed guide on how to achieve this:
- Ensure WhatsApp is Installed: Before attempting to open any WhatsApp link in the app, ensure that the WhatsApp application is already installed on your device. You can download it from the Google Play Store (for Android devices) or the Apple App Store (for iOS devices).
- Receiving the Link: Typically, you will receive a WhatsApp link through another messaging platform, email, or even a web page. The link usually starts with "https://wa.me/" followed by the recipient's phone number in international format.
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Opening the Link:
- On Android Devices: When you tap on a WhatsApp link, your device will automatically recognize it and prompt you to open it with WhatsApp. Simply select "WhatsApp" from the list of available apps to open the link directly within the app. If WhatsApp is not listed, ensure that you have the latest version of both WhatsApp and your operating system installed.
- On iOS Devices: Similar to Android, tapping on a WhatsApp link should prompt you to open it with WhatsApp. Select "WhatsApp" from the list. If WhatsApp is not an option, make sure that you have the latest version of both WhatsApp and your operating system installed.
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Handling Links in Other Apps: Some apps might require additional steps to open a link directly within WhatsApp. In such cases:
- Long-press on the link until a context menu appears.
- Select "Copy" from the menu to copy the link to your clipboard.
- Open the WhatsApp app manually.
- Go to the chat where you want to send the message or create a new chat.
- Paste the copied link into the message field by long-pressing in the text box and selecting "Paste".
- Send the message as usual.
- Universal Links: WhatsApp uses universal links, which means that once you open a WhatsApp link in the app, it will remain associated with WhatsApp for future interactions. This ensures that any subsequent taps on the same link will directly open within the WhatsApp app without additional prompts.
By following these steps, you can easily open and interact with WhatsApp links directly within the app, ensuring a smooth and efficient user experience.