How to send yourself a document on WhatsApp - briefly?
To send yourself a document on WhatsApp, first save the document to your device. Then, open WhatsApp and select the document from your device's storage to share it with yourself or create a new chat for this purpose.
How to send yourself a document on WhatsApp - in detail?
To send yourself a document on WhatsApp, you need to use the "File Manager" or "Email" method since WhatsApp does not directly support sending messages to your own number. Here is a detailed step-by-step guide for each method:
Method 1: Using File Manager
- Open WhatsApp on your device and go to any chat where you can send documents.
- Tap the paperclip icon at the top right corner of the screen to open the document attachment menu.
- Select 'Document'. This will bring up a list of options such as "Camera," "Photo & Video Library," "Documents," and "Browse."
- Choose the type of file you want to send (e.g., PDF, Word document).
- Navigate through your files and select the document you wish to send.
- Once selected, a preview will appear with an option to add a caption. You can add any necessary details here.
- Tap 'Send'. The document will now be sent to the chat.
- To save this document for yourself, open the chat where you sent the document and long-press on the document.
- From the menu that appears, select "Save" or "Save to Files", depending on your device's operating system. This will save the document to your local storage.
Method 2: Using Email
- Open WhatsApp and go to any chat where you can send documents.
- Tap the paperclip icon at the top right corner of the screen to open the document attachment menu.
- Select 'Document'. This will bring up a list of options such as "Camera," "Photo & Video Library," "Documents," and "Browse."
- Choose the type of file you want to send (e.g., PDF, Word document).
- Navigate through your files and select the document you wish to send.
- Once selected, a preview will appear with an option to add a caption. You can add any necessary details here.
- Tap 'Send'. The document will now be sent to the chat.
- To save this document for yourself, open your email client on your device or computer.
- Compose a new email and attach the document from WhatsApp by tapping "Forward" or "Share" on the document in WhatsApp and selecting your email client.
- Send the email to yourself. This way, you can access the document from your email account whenever needed.
By following either of these methods, you can effectively send and save documents for your own use on WhatsApp.