‌ Sending messages on WhatsApp is very easy, but ⁢sometimes we make mistakes and send a message that we didn't mean to.⁤ Fortunately, the application offers a function that ⁢allows us delete a message sent on WhatsApp. This feature is very useful to quickly correct errors and avoid misunderstandings. In this article we will explain step by step how to use this function to delete a message that you have already sent to a contact or group on WhatsApp.

– Step by step -- How to delete a message sent on WhatsApp

How to delete a message sent on WhatsApp

• Open WhatsApp: Open the WhatsApp application on your mobile device.
• Select the chat: Once you're on the main screen, select the chat in which you sent the message you want to delete.
• Press and hold the message: Locate the message you want to delete and hold down on it until the editing options appear.
• Tap⁣ on “Delete”: A menu will appear with several options, choose the “Delete” option to delete the message.
• Select “Delete for everyone”: After tapping “Delete,” select the “Delete for Everyone” option to make the message disappear from both your device and the device of the person you sent it to.
• Confirm the deletion: Confirm deletion of the message by selecting “Delete‍ for everyone” again.
• Ready: Once the action is confirmed, the message will be deleted from both your chat and the other person's chat.

FAQ

1. How can I delete a message sent on WhatsApp?

1. Open WhatsApp on your device.
2. Go to the conversation where the message you want to delete is located.
3. Press and hold the message you want to delete.
4. Select “Delete” from the menu that appears.
5. Choose “Delete for Everyone” if you want the message to be removed from the conversation of all participants.

2. Can I delete a sent message that was read by the other person?

1. Yes, you can delete⁤ a sent message even if the other person has already read it.
2. If you choose “Delete for everyone,” the message will disappear from the conversation of all participants, even if they have already read it.

3.‌ How long do I have to delete a message sent on WhatsApp?

1. You have approximately one hour‌ to ⁣delete a message sent on⁤ WhatsApp.
2. After that time, you will no longer be able to delete the message for all participants.

4. If I delete a message for everyone, will the other person be notified?

1. Yes, the other person will receive a notification that you have deleted a message.
2. The notification will indicate that a message has been deleted, but will not show the content of the deleted message.

5. Can I delete messages⁤ in a group conversation?

1. Yes, you can⁤ delete messages in a group conversation in the same way as in an individual conversation.
2. Follow the same steps to delete a message sent in a group conversation.

6. Will the message be completely deleted from WhatsApp?

1. The message will be removed from the conversation on WhatsApp, but may not be completely removed from participants' devices.
2. The content of the message may remain on the other person's device if it has not been recently backed up.

7. What do I do if I don't have the "Delete for everyone" option in WhatsApp?

1. Verify that you are using the most recent version of WhatsApp on your device.
2. If you don't have the "Delete for Everyone" option, you may need to update the app from your device's app store.

8. Can I recover a message after having deleted it on⁤ WhatsApp?

1. No, once you delete a message on WhatsApp, you will not be able to recover it.
2. Make sure you are sure you want to delete a message, as there is no way to recover it once deleted.

9. Can I delete a message sent on WhatsApp Web?

1. Yes, you can delete a message sent in WhatsApp Web in the same way as in the mobile application.
2. Press and hold the message you want to delete and select “Delete” from the menu that appears.

10. Why can't I delete a message for everyone on WhatsApp?

1. You may have exceeded the time limit of approximately one hour to ‌delete a message for all⁣ participants.
2. Verify that you are using the most recent version of WhatsApp and that you have a stable Internet connection to delete a message.

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