How to save a picture from WhatsApp for Android?

How to save a picture from WhatsApp for Android - briefly?

To save a picture from WhatsApp on an Android device, follow these simple steps:

  1. Open the WhatsApp chat containing the image you want to save.
  2. Tap and hold on the image, then select "Save" from the options that appear at the top of the screen.

How to save a picture from WhatsApp for Android - in detail?

To save a picture from WhatsApp on an Android device, follow these detailed steps:

  1. Open WhatsApp: Launch the WhatsApp application on your Android phone.
  2. Navigate to the Image: Go to the chat or group where the image is located. Scroll through the messages until you find the picture you want to save.
  3. Select the Image: Tap and hold the image for a few seconds. This action will bring up several options at the top of your screen.
  4. Choose 'Save' Option: From the options presented, select the 'Save' icon (usually represented by a downward-facing arrow). Alternatively, you might see an option that says "Download" or "Save to Gallery". Tap on it.
  5. Wait for Download: WhatsApp will now download and save the image to your device’s gallery. The time this takes depends on the size of the image and your internet connection speed.
  6. Verify Saving: Once the download is complete, you can verify that the image has been saved by opening your phone's Gallery or Photos app. Navigate to the 'WhatsApp Images' folder (or similar) to find the saved picture.
  7. Additional Options: If you want more control over where the image is saved, after selecting the image, you can tap on the three dots (options menu) in the top right corner and choose "Share". From there, you can save it directly to a specific folder or share it with other apps.

By following these steps, you should be able to easily save any picture received through WhatsApp on your Android device.