How to send an archive on WhatsApp?

How to send an archive on WhatsApp - briefly?

To send an archive on WhatsApp, you can use the "Documents" option available in the attachment menu. Simply select the document or file you want to send, and WhatsApp will compress it into a .zip format before sending. This method ensures that your files are sent efficiently without exceeding size limits.

How to send an archive on WhatsApp - in detail?

Sending an archive on WhatsApp can be a useful feature for backing up your important conversations, media, and documents. Here is a detailed guide on how to do it:

1. Ensure Compatibility: Before you start, make sure that both the sender and receiver have the latest version of WhatsApp installed on their devices. This ensures compatibility and access to the most recent features.

2. Create an Archive:

   • Open WhatsApp on your device.
   • Go to the chat or conversation you want to archive.
   • Tap on the three dots (menu icon) at the top right corner of the screen.
   • Select "More" from the dropdown menu.
   • Choose "Export Chat". This will create a ZIP file containing all the messages, media, and documents within that chat.

3. Choose the Export Option:

   • After tapping on "Export Chat", you'll be given two options: "Without Media" or "Include Media".
     • If you choose "Without Media", only the text messages will be included in the archive. This is useful if you want to save space or if the media files are already backed up elsewhere.
     • If you choose "Include Media", all the photos, videos, and documents within the chat will also be included in the ZIP file.

4. Select the Destination:

   • After choosing your export option, you'll need to select where you want to save the archive.
   • You can choose from various cloud storage services like Google Drive or Dropbox, or you can save it directly to your device's internal storage or SD card if available.

5. Sending the Archive:

   • Once the ZIP file is created and saved, you can share it via WhatsApp.
   • Open the chat with the person you want to send the archive to.
   • Tap on the attachment icon (paperclip) at the bottom of the screen.
   • Select "Document" from the list of options.
   • Navigate to the location where you saved the ZIP file and select it.
   • Tap "Send". The recipient will now receive a document containing your archived chat.

6. Extracting the Archive:

   • Once the recipient receives the archive, they can open it using any unzip tool available on their device.
   • After extraction, they will find all the messages and media from the original chat in an organized manner.

By following these steps, you can easily create and send an archive of your WhatsApp chats to anyone you choose. This feature is particularly useful for keeping records of important conversations or sharing large amounts of data efficiently.