What does one gray check mark mean on WhatsApp?

What does one gray check mark mean on WhatsApp - briefly?

A single gray check mark on WhatsApp indicates that your message has been sent from your device but not yet delivered to the recipient's phone. It signifies that the message is in transit and has not reached its destination.

What does one gray check mark mean on WhatsApp - in detail?

On WhatsApp, a single gray check mark indicates that your message has been successfully sent from your device but has not yet been delivered to the recipient's phone. This status is often referred to as "sent" and signifies that your message is currently in transit to the intended recipient. It does not provide any information about whether the recipient has seen or read the message, as that would require a double check mark (one gray and one blue) or two blue check marks.

Understanding this status can help you gauge the progress of your communication. If the single gray check mark persists for an extended period without changing to two check marks, it may indicate network issues or problems with the recipient's device or connection. However, once the message is successfully delivered, you will see a change in the check marks, indicating that the message has reached its destination.