How to read WhatsApp messages in Google - briefly?
To view your WhatsApp messages on Google, you can use the WhatsApp web feature by scanning a QR code displayed on the Google Chrome browser. This allows you to read and respond to your messages directly from your desktop or laptop.
How to read WhatsApp messages in Google - in detail?
To read WhatsApp messages in Google, you can use Google Drive to backup your WhatsApp chats and then access them through the Google Drive web interface. Here's a detailed step-by-step guide:
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Backup WhatsApp Chats to Google Drive:
- Open WhatsApp on your Android device.
- Tap on the three dots (⋮) in the top right corner to access the menu.
- Select 'Settings' > 'Chats' > 'Chat Backup'.
- Choose 'Google Drive' as your backup location and sign in with your Google account.
- Select a backup frequency (daily, weekly, monthly, or only when you tap 'Backup').
- Tap on 'Back Up' to start the process. This will upload all your WhatsApp chats to Google Drive.
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Access WhatsApp Backup in Google Drive:
- Open a web browser and go to drive.google.com.
- Sign in with the same Google account you used for the WhatsApp backup.
- In the left sidebar, click on 'Computers' to see all your backed-up files. You should see a folder named 'WhatsApp'.
- Click on the 'WhatsApp' folder to view its contents. Inside, you'll find databases (.db) and media folders containing your chat history and shared media respectively.
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Viewing WhatsApp Messages:
- To read your messages, you'll need a third-party app or software that can open .db files, as Google Drive doesn't support viewing these files directly. Some popular options include:
- WhatsApp Viewer (for Android): This app allows you to view and search your WhatsApp backups.
- DB Browser for SQLite: A free, open-source tool available for Windows, macOS, and Linux that can open .db files.
- After opening the .db file with one of these tools, you'll be able to read all your WhatsApp messages and view media attachments.
- To read your messages, you'll need a third-party app or software that can open .db files, as Google Drive doesn't support viewing these files directly. Some popular options include: