How to save an audio message from WhatsApp to a computer?

How to save an audio message from WhatsApp to a computer - briefly?

To save an audio message from WhatsApp to your computer, you can use the desktop app or web version of WhatsApp. Simply download the audio file to your computer by clicking on the three dots next to the message and selecting "Download."

How to save an audio message from WhatsApp to a computer - in detail?

Saving an audio message from WhatsApp to a computer involves several steps, depending on the type of device you are using (Android or iOS) and the method you prefer (direct transfer via USB cable or through cloud services like Google Drive or iCloud). Below is a detailed guide for both Android and iOS devices.

Saving Audio Messages from WhatsApp to Computer:

For Android Users:

1. Open WhatsApp:

   • Launch the WhatsApp application on your Android device.

2. Find the Audio Message:

   • Navigate to the chat or conversation where the audio message is located.

3. Forward the Audio Message:

   • Long-press the audio message until a menu appears.
   • Select the "Forward" option (the arrow icon).

4. Send to Email:

   • In the forwarding screen, choose the email option by tapping on the envelope icon.
   • Enter your own email address in the recipient field and send the message.

5. Access Email from Computer:

   • Open your email account on your computer.
   • Locate the email with the audio attachment and download it to your computer.

For iOS Users:

1. Open WhatsApp:

   • Launch the WhatsApp application on your iPhone or iPad.

2. Find the Audio Message:

   • Navigate to the chat or conversation where the audio message is located.

3. Save the Audio Message to Files App:

   • Long-press the audio message until a menu appears.
   • Select "Export" and then choose "Save to Files."

4. Transfer via iCloud Drive:

   • Save the file to iCloud Drive or any other cloud storage service that you prefer.

5. Access iCloud Drive from Computer:

   • Open your web browser on your computer.
   • Go to iCloud.com and log in with your Apple ID.
   • Navigate to iCloud Drive, locate the audio file, and download it to your computer.

Alternative Method Using WhatsApp Desktop:

1. Install WhatsApp Desktop:

   • Download and install WhatsApp Desktop from the official website on your computer.

2. Link Your Device:

   • Open WhatsApp Desktop and scan the QR code displayed on the screen using the WhatsApp application on your phone (Settings > Linked Devices > Link a Device).

3. Save Audio Message Directly:

   • Once linked, you can access all your chats and messages directly from the desktop app.
   • Find the audio message in the chat, right-click on it, and select "Download" or "Save As."

By following these detailed steps, you can easily save any audio message from WhatsApp to your computer for future reference or backup purposes.