What are media files in WhatsApp and how to delete them - briefly?
Media files in WhatsApp include images, videos, GIFs, voice messages, and documents shared during conversations. To delete these files, you can select the specific media file within a chat, tap on the three dots (⋮) at the top right corner of your screen, choose 'Delete', and confirm the action.
What are media files in WhatsApp and how to delete them - in detail?
Media files in WhatsApp refer to various types of content that users can share with one another, including images, videos, audio recordings, documents, and GIFs. These files are a significant part of the communication experience on the platform, allowing users to express themselves visually and audibly beyond text messages.
When it comes to managing these media files, WhatsApp offers several options for deletion depending on whether you want to remove them from your device or from both your device and the recipient's device. Here’s a detailed guide on how to delete media files in WhatsApp:
Deleting Media Files from Your Device
- Open WhatsApp: Launch the WhatsApp application on your smartphone.
- Select a Chat: Choose the chat or group where the media file is located.
- Locate the Media File: Scroll through the messages to find the media file you want to delete.
- Delete the File: Long-press on the media file until a menu appears at the top of your screen. Select the 'Delete' option from the menu. Confirm the deletion if prompted.
Deleting Media Files for Everyone in a Chat
- Open WhatsApp: Launch the WhatsApp application on your smartphone.
- Select a Chat: Choose the chat or group where the media file is located.
- Locate the Media File: Scroll through the messages to find the media file you want to delete.
- Delete for Everyone: Long-press on the media file until a menu appears at the top of your screen. Select the 'Delete for everyone' option from the menu. Confirm the deletion if prompted. This will remove the media file from both your device and the recipient's device.
Deleting Media Files from WhatsApp Storage
If you want to free up storage space on your device by deleting all media files from a specific chat or group, follow these steps:
- Open WhatsApp: Launch the WhatsApp application on your smartphone.
- Go to Settings: Tap on the three dots (⋮) in the top-right corner and select 'Settings'.
- Select Storage and Data: Go to 'Storage and data' or 'Data and storage usage', depending on your device.
- Manage Storage: Here you will see a list of chats and groups with their respective storage usage. Select the chat or group from which you want to delete media files.
- Delete Media Files: Tap on 'Manage messages' and select the types of files you wish to delete (e.g., Photos, Videos, GIFs). Confirm your selection to permanently remove these files.