How to record a voice message in WhatsApp but not send it?

How to record a voice message in WhatsApp but not send it - briefly?

To save a recorded voice message without sending it in WhatsApp, simply press the "X" button after recording and before hitting the send arrow. This action will discard the message from being sent but keep it saved on your device for future use.

How to record a voice message in WhatsApp but not send it - in detail?

Recording a voice message in WhatsApp without sending it immediately can be useful for drafting or reviewing your message before final delivery. Here's how you can achieve this:

  1. Open WhatsApp: Launch the WhatsApp application on your device.
  2. Select a Chat: Choose the contact or group chat where you want to send the voice message.
  3. Access the Voice Message Feature: In the text input field at the bottom of the screen, you will see an icon that looks like a microphone. Tap and hold this icon to start recording your voice message.
  4. Record Your Message: While holding the microphone icon, speak into your device's microphone to record your message. You can release the icon when you are finished speaking.
  5. Review the Voice Message: After releasing the microphone icon, WhatsApp will play back the recorded voice message automatically. This is an opportunity for you to review what you have said.
  6. Save Without Sending: Instead of tapping the send button (the arrow icon), simply tap the "X" or the back arrow at the top left corner of the screen. This action will discard the recorded voice message without sending it.
  7. Re-record if Necessary: If you are not satisfied with your recording, you can repeat the process by tapping and holding the microphone icon again to re-record your message.
  8. Save for Later: If you want to save the voice message for later use without sending it immediately, you can choose to save it to your device's storage or notes app before exiting WhatsApp. However, WhatsApp does not have a built-in feature to save unsent voice messages directly within the app.

By following these steps, you can record and review your voice message in WhatsApp without sending it immediately, ensuring that your communication is clear and polished before final delivery.