How to save all attachments in WhatsApp?

How to save all attachments in WhatsApp - briefly?

To save all attachments in WhatsApp on an iPhone, tap and hold the attachment you want to save, then select "Save" from the menu that appears. For Android users, tap the attachment and then press the download icon (a downward-facing arrow) to save it to your device.

How to save all attachments in WhatsApp - in detail?

To save all attachments in WhatsApp, you can follow these detailed steps:

  1. Backup via Google Drive (Android):

    • Open WhatsApp and go to Settings > Chats.
    • Tap on Chat Backup.
    • Select Google Account for backup location if not already selected.
    • Choose the frequency of backups: Daily, Weekly, Monthly, or Only when I tap "Backup".
    • Tap on Back Up to start the process. Ensure you are connected to Wi-Fi to avoid data charges.
    • All your attachments, including photos, videos, and documents, will be saved in your Google Drive account associated with WhatsApp.

  2. Backup via iCloud (iPhone):

    • Open WhatsApp and go to Settings > Chats.
    • Tap on Chat Backup.
    • Select iCloud Account for backup location if not already selected.
    • Choose the frequency of backups: Automatically, Daily, Weekly, Monthly, or Only when I tap "Backup".
    • Tap on Back Up Now to start the process. Ensure you are connected to Wi-Fi to avoid data charges.
    • All your attachments will be saved in your iCloud account associated with WhatsApp.

  3. Manual Download (All Platforms):

    • Open a chat or group that contains the attachment you want to save.
    • Tap and hold on the attachment (photo, video, document).
    • A menu will appear at the top of the screen with options like Forward, Delete, etc.
    • Tap on the Download icon (a downward arrow) to save the attachment to your device's gallery or file manager.
    • Repeat this process for each attachment you want to save manually.

  4. Email Attachments:

    • Open a chat or group that contains the attachment you want to save.
    • Tap and hold on the attachment (photo, video, document).
    • A menu will appear at the top of the screen with options like Forward, Delete, etc.
    • Select Email from the menu.
    • Choose your email client and send the attachment to yourself or another recipient.

  5. Save Media Automatically (Android):

    • Open WhatsApp and go to Settings > Chats.
    • Tap on Media Visibility.
    • Turn on the toggle for Show media in gallery. This will ensure all photos and videos received via WhatsApp are automatically saved to your device's gallery.