How To Delete Apps And Other Items In Whatsapp
Introduction
Whatsapp is one of the most popular messaging apps. It allows people to communicate with each other by sending text messages, photos, and videos. However, with regular use, the app might fill up your phone’s storage with unnecessary data that you do not need. This data can include cached files, backup files, stickers, and apps that you do not use anymore. Deleting these files can help you free up some valuable storage space on your phone. In this article, we will discuss how to delete apps and other items in Whatsapp.
How To Delete Apps In Whatsapp
Whatsapp offers a feature that allows you to use third-party apps within the main app. However, you might not always use the app, or it might not have satisfied your needs. In such cases, deleting the app can help you free up some space. Here is how you can do it:
1. Launch Whatsapp and tap on the three dots in the top-right corner of the app.
2. From the drop-down menu, select “Settings.”
3. Navigate to the “Storage and Data” option and then select “Manage Storage.”
4. You will see a list of all the apps that you have installed within Whatsapp. Tap on the app that you want to delete.
5. On the app’s page, you will see two options, “Clear Data” and “Delete App.” You can select either option based on your preference.
6. If you select “Clear Data,” the app’s data will be deleted from Whatsapp. However, the app will still remain on your phone.
7. If you select “Delete App,” the app, along with all its data, will be deleted from your phone.
How To Delete Stickers In Whatsapp
Whatsapp offers a wide range of stickers that you can use in your chat conversations. The app provides a sticker pack store where you can download different types of sticker packs. However, you might have downloaded too many sticker packs that you do not use anymore, or they might be taking up too much space. Here is how you can delete stickers in Whatsapp:
1. Launch Whatsapp and open a chat conversation.
2. Tap on the emoji icon in the bottom-left corner of the chat screen.
3. Next, tap on the sticker icon in the bottom-center of the screen.
4. Now, tap on the “+” icon in the top-right corner of the screen.
5. You will see all the installed sticker packs on the next page. Tap on the sticker pack that you want to delete.
6. On the sticker pack’s page, you will see an option to “Delete” the sticker pack. Tap on it, and the sticker pack will be deleted from your phone.
How To Delete Media Files In Whatsapp
Whatsapp stores all the media files that you send and receive in the app. These media files can include photos, videos, and audio recordings. However, you might not need all of these files on your phone, or they might be taking up too much space. Here is how you can delete media files in Whatsapp:
1. Launch Whatsapp and tap on the three dots in the top-right corner of the app.
2. From the drop-down menu, select “Settings.”
3. Navigate to the “Storage and Data” option and then select “Manage Storage.”
4. You will see a list of all the media files that are stored in Whatsapp. The files are categorized by type, such as Photos, Videos, and Audio.
5. Select the category that you want to delete files from.
6. You will see all the files that are stored in that category. Tap on the checkbox next to the file that you want to delete.
7. Once you have selected all the files that you want to delete, tap on the “Delete” icon in the top-right corner of the screen.
8. You will see a pop-up message asking you to confirm the deletion. Tap on “Delete” to confirm.
FAQs
1. Can I recover deleted media files in Whatsapp?
No, once you delete media files in Whatsapp, you cannot recover them. Hence, make sure that you want to delete the files before confirming the deletion.
2. Will deleting media files from Whatsapp delete them from my phone’s gallery?
No, deleting media files from Whatsapp will not delete them from your phone’s gallery. To delete them from your gallery, you will have to navigate to your phone’s gallery and delete them manually.
3. Can I delete multiple files at once in Whatsapp?
Yes, when you navigate to the “Manage Storage” option, you will see checkboxes next to each media file. Select all the files that you want to delete by checking the boxes, and then tap on the “Delete” icon in the top-right corner of the screen.