If there is only one checkmark in WhatsApp, what does it mean - briefly?
If you see only one checkmark next to your message in WhatsApp, it means that the message has been successfully sent from your device but not yet delivered to the recipient's phone.
If there is only one checkmark in WhatsApp, what does it mean - in detail?
When you send a message on WhatsApp and see that there is only one checkmark next to it, this indicates that your message has been successfully sent from your device but has not yet been delivered to the recipient's phone. The single checkmark appears immediately after you hit the "Send" button, confirming that the message has left your device and is on its way through WhatsApp's servers.
However, it does not guarantee that the recipient has received the message. For a message to be considered delivered, there must be two checkmarks next to it. The second checkmark appears when the recipient’s phone receives the message, indicating successful delivery. If you only see one checkmark, it means the message is still in transit and has not been successfully delivered to the recipient's device yet.
This single checkmark status is common and does not necessarily indicate a problem with your message. It simply means that the process of delivering the message is ongoing. If the message fails to deliver after some time, you might see an error message or a notification indicating delivery issues. In such cases, it's advisable to check your internet connection or the recipient's status (if they are online and available to receive messages) and try sending the message again if necessary.