How to remove a folder from the archive in WhatsApp - briefly?
To remove a folder from the archive in WhatsApp, you need to long-press on the folder you want to unarchive and then select the "Unarchive" option that appears at the top of the screen. This action will move the folder back into your regular chat list.
How to remove a folder from the archive in WhatsApp - in detail?
To remove a folder from the archive in WhatsApp, you need to follow these detailed steps:
- Open WhatsApp: Launch the WhatsApp application on your device.
- Access Chats: Go to the 'Chats' tab at the bottom of the screen. This is where all your conversations are listed.
- Select Chat: Tap and hold on the chat or group conversation that contains the folder you want to remove from the archive. Holding it down will select the chat.
- Archive Option: Once selected, an 'Archive' option will appear at the top of the screen. Tap on this option to move the chat to the archive.
- Access Archived Chats: To view your archived chats, go back to the 'Chats' tab and scroll down to the bottom where you will see an 'Archived Chats' section. Tap on it to open the list of archived conversations.
- Select Archived Chat: In the archived chat list, find and tap on the conversation that contains the folder you want to remove from the archive.
- Unarchive the Chat: Once you have selected the chat, tap on the 'Unarchive' option at the top of the screen. This will move the chat back to your main chats list.
- Remove Folder: Now that the chat is unarchived, you can remove the folder within the conversation. Open the chat and locate the folder you want to delete. Tap on the three dots (⋮) in the top right corner of the screen to open the menu.
- Select More Options: From the menu, select 'More' to access additional options related to the folder.
- Delete Folder: In the 'More' options, tap on 'Delete' to permanently remove the folder from the chat. Confirm the deletion when prompted.
By following these steps, you can successfully remove a folder from the archive in WhatsApp. This process ensures that the folder is deleted from both the archived and active chats, keeping your conversations organized and clutter-free.