Deleting individual messages in a group chat is pretty straightforward. First, open the group chat that you want to delete messages from. Then, locate the message that you wish to delete. Long-press on the message until it is highlighted, triggering a pop-up menu at the top of the screen. From the pop-up menu, select the trash bin icon or the delete option, which will vary depending on your device. Confirm the deletion by selecting “Delete for Everyone” or “Delete,” and the message will be removed for all participants in the group chat.
However, keep in mind that in order for this feature to work, you need to delete the message within 68 minutes and 16 seconds. Once this window of time has passed, you can no longer delete a message for everyone in the group, although you can still delete it for yourself.
If you’re using WhatsApp on an Android device, there is another option for multiple messages in a group chat. While in the group chat, tap on the three vertical dots in the top-right corner of the screen to access the menu. From there, select “More” and then “Clear Chat.” You will be asked whether you want to delete all messages in the chat or only those older than 30 days. Choose the desired option, and the messages will be deleted from the group chat.
On the other hand, deleting messages in a group chat on WhatsApp for iOS is slightly different. First, open the group chat you want to delete messages from. Tap on the contact names at the top of the screen to access the group info. Scroll down until you find the “Delete Chat” option and tap on it. A menu will appear, giving you the option to delete the chat with or without media. Select the desired option, and all messages within the group chat will be deleted.
It’s important to note that deleting messages in a group chat only removes them from your end and the end of other participants who haven’t seen the message. If someone has already read the message, the deletion won’t affect their chat history.
In conclusion, deleting messages in a group on WhatsApp is a simple process. By following the steps mentioned above, you can easily delete individual messages or clear the entire chat history in a group. Keep in mind the time limit for deleting messages for everyone and ensure you make use of the feature within that timeframe. Happy group chatting on WhatsApp!