As one of the most widely used messaging apps in the world, WhatsApp has revolutionized the way we communicate with our friends, family, and colleagues. However, beneath its simple and intuitive interface, WhatsApp offers numerous hidden features that can enhance our user experience. In this article, we will explore 10 hidden WhatsApp features you probably don't know about.
- Send Messages to Yourself
WhatsApp enables you to store notes and reminders. This might seem counterintuitive, but it is actually a useful feature for storing information such as notes and reminders. To do this, simply enter the recipient's number, which is your own phone number.
- Archive Chats
Archiving chats hides them from view without deleting them. This can be particularly helpful that you don't want to see every time you open WhatsApp, but wish to access later. To archive a chat, go to the chat list, tap and hold on the chat you wish to hide, and select "Archive Chat."
- Use the 'Nametag' Feature
WhatsApp's unique Nametag feature allows you to create a personal identification code that can be used. To use this feature, go to Settings, then tap on "Data and Storage," and then tap on "Storage Usage." From there, tap on "Back up and chat history" and tap on "Use Local Backup." This results in creating a personal QR code that can be scanned by other WhatsApp users to add you as a contact.
- Mute Chats Indefinitely
If you're tired of being flooded notifications from a particular chat, you can silence the notifications indefinitely. To do this, go to the chat list, tap and hold on the chat you wish to silence, and select "Mute." From there, tap on the amount of time you want to mute the chat for, or select "Mute forever" to mute the chat indefinitely.
- Use WhatsApp Web
WhatsApp Web enables you to access on your computer, just like you do on your phone. To use this feature, go to web.whatsapp.com on your computer, then scan the QR code that appears on the screen with your phone's WhatsApp app. This will allowing you to access WhatsApp on your computer and conduct a range of activities.
- Create a 'Quick Shortcut' to Start a group Chat
If you many times initiate group chats with the same group, you can create a quick shortcut to start a group chat. To do this, go to the chat list, tap and hold on the chat you want to add to the group, and select "Add to group." From there, select "New group" and create a new group. You can then add the shortcut to your phone's home screen.
- Change the Font Size of WhatsApp
If you're having trouble reading WhatsApp messages due to a tiny screen or poor eyesight, you can adjust the text size of WhatsApp. To do this, go to Settings, then tap on "Chats," and next tap on "Font Size." From there, tap on the font size you want to use.
- Use the 'Blast' Feature
The powerful blast feature allows you to broadcast a message to all of your contacts at once. To use this feature, go to the chat list, long-press on a contact, and tap on "Broadcast List." From there, include contacts to the list and compose the text you want to send.
- Transfer WhatsApp Chats to a New Phone
If you're changing phones and want to transfer your WhatsApp chats to the new phone, you are able to do so by saving your chats on the old phone and restoring them on the new phone. To do this, go to Settings, then select "Chats," and next tap on "Chat backup." From there, tap on "Back up" and follow the on-screen prompts to save your chats. On the new phone, go to Settings, then select "Chats," and then tap on "Restore Chat Backup."
- Use the 'View Once' Feature
The convenient view once feature allows you to send a message that can be viewed only once by the recipient. This is a useful feature for sharing sensitive information, such as sensitive details or personal financial information. To use this feature, go to the photo or video you want to send, long-press on it, and select "View Once." This will allowing the recipient to view the file only once before it disappears.
