How to Use WhatsApp’s Undo ‘Delete for Me’ Feature
WhatsApp, the popular instant messaging app owned by Meta, offers a handy feature called “undo” that allows users to retrieve messages deleted using the ‘Delete for Me’ option. Here’s how to use this feature:
Retrieving Deleted Messages
5-Second Window: The undo feature provides a 5-second window to retrieve messages that were accidentally deleted for oneself.
Quick Recovery: Users can quickly retrieve messages within seconds of sending them, avoiding the frustration of accidental deletions.
Using the Feature
Open WhatsApp: Launch the WhatsApp application on your device.
Select Chat: Navigate to the chat containing the message you want to delete.
Access Options: Tap on the menu icon within the chat message.
Delete Message: Choose “Delete message” > “Delete for me.”
Undo Action: After selecting “Delete for me,” you have 5 seconds to undo the action by tapping “Undo” before the message is permanently deleted.
Additional Features
Chat Lock and Status Update: WhatsApp is rolling out new features, including chat lock and status updates, to beta users on Android.
Extended Features: The chat lock feature will be available on linked devices, allowing users to maintain privacy across multiple devices.
Tagging Contacts: Soon, users will be able to tag their contacts in status updates, enhancing communication options within the app.
Overall: WhatsApp’s undo feature provides users with a simple solution to recover messages that were mistakenly deleted. Additionally, the introduction of new features like chat lock and status updates further enhances the user experience on the platform.
References:
WhatsApp Official Announcement
Beta User Reports on New Features
