Reveal Unknown WhatsApp Secrets

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 has a range of hidden features that can boost our productivity. In this article, we will discuss 10 hidden WhatsApp features you may not be aware of.


Send Messages to Yourself
WhatsApp allows you to send messages to yourself. This might seem counterintuitive, but it is actually a useful feature for storing notes, reminders, and other information. To do this, simply type in the recipient's number, which is your personal phone number.

Archive Chats
Archiving chats keeps them out of sight without deleting them. This can be particularly helpful that you don't want to see every time you open WhatsApp, but still want to be able to access in the future. To archive a chat, go to the chat list, long-press on the chat you want to archive, and tap on "Archive Chat."

Use the 'Nametag' Feature
WhatsApp's QR code function allows you to create a unique QR 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, select "Back up and chat history" and select "Use Local Backup." This will creating a personal QR code that can be automatically recognized by other WhatsApp users to add you as a contact.

Mute Chats Indefinitely
If you're fed up with 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, select the duration you want to mute the chat for, or select "Mute forever" to silence the notifications permanently.

Use WhatsApp Web
WhatsApp Web allows you to use WhatsApp 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 results in allowing you to access WhatsApp on your computer and send messages, make calls, and share files.

Create a 'Quick Shortcut' to Start a group Chat
If you frequently start group chats with the same group of people, you can create a convenient button 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 include the shortcut to your phone's home screen.

Change the Font Size of WhatsApp
If you're struggling to read WhatsApp messages due to a small screen, you can change the font size of WhatsApp. To do this, go to Settings, then tap on "Chats," and then tap on "Font Size." From there, select the font size you prefer to have.

Use the 'Blast' Feature
The useful blast feature allows you to send a message to all of your contacts at once. To use this feature, go to the chat list, long-press on a contact, and select "Broadcast List." From there, add contacts to the list and enter the message you want to send.

Transfer WhatsApp Chats to a New Phone
If you're changing phones and wish to transfer your WhatsApp chats to the new phone, you can do so by backing up your chats on the old phone and reinstating them on the new phone. To do this, go to Settings, then select "Chats," and next tap on "Chat backup." From there, select "Back up" and follow the instructions to save your chats. On the new phone, go to Settings, then select "Chats," and next tap on "Restore Chat Backup."

Use the 'View Once' Feature
The convenient view once feature allows you to share a message that can be viewed only once by the recipient. This is a useful feature for sharing sensitive information, such as passwords or credit card numbers. To use this feature, go to the photo or video you want to send, tap and hold on it, and select "View Once." This results in allowing the recipient to view the file just once before it disappears.