12 Tips for Using WhatsApp Web on Computer 3p5z6u

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We've listed everything you need to know to make the most of WhatsApp Web features on your computer, check out our tips!

O Web WhatsApp extends the experience to the computer, either through the browser or through its own application to Mac e Windows - O WhatsApp desktop. Through it, you can leave your smartphone aside and focus on your tasks on the computer, avoiding distractions with notifications from other applications — in addition to being able to view messages on a larger screen and allow you to exchange files directly from your computer. 69q6r

And now, enjoy our 10 tips that range from opening the program, using calling features and ing through the beloved emojis.

Use WhatsApp Web in browser or install WhatsApp Desktop 5x1l

To use WhatsApp on your computer, you can use the Web WhatsApp directly in your internet browser, or the WhatsApp desktop available for both the system MacOS as Windows. Just access the website WhatsApp, choose the option Windows ou Mac to and follow the instructions on your computer.

Note: as the web and desktop versions are identical, we will refer to Web WhatsApp in all tips, but they are valid for both versions.

How To Connect WhatsApp Web To Cell Phone 30444r

The W connectionhatsApp Web works by reading a QR Codee

To start using WhatsApp Web, you need to connect to your WhatsApp on your smartphone by scanning a QR Code displayed on your computer. To do so, follow the instructions on the screen, exactly as in the image above: open the WhatsApp in your smartphone, under “More options” or “Settings” select “Web WhatsApp” and position the device to scan the QR Code. The synchronization will be simultaneous.

Disconnect WhatsApp Web on all devices 3f4y45

To disconnect the device, select the device and click “Disconnect"

If you use WhatsApp on different devices, such as your corporate computer and your personal machine, for security reasons you may need to disconnect your Web WhatsApp of all these machines. To perform this disconnection from the WhatsApp application on your smartphone, select Web WhatsApp, click on a device where the WhatsApp is enabled and select “Disconnect".

Reply, forward and delete messages on WhatsApp Web 3z40s

Reply, forward and delete messages on whatsapp web need just one click
Reply, forward and delete messages on Web WhatsApp just need one click

Various features of Web WhatsApp they are very simple to use and only need a few clicks. If you reply, forward, delete or even favorite a message, type in the down arrow in the right corner above the message. A box will appear with the mentioned options. Click on the one you want and follow the instructions in the next text boxes.

Select multiple messages to favourite, forward or delete 2d4m4h

It's very simple to select multiple messages to favorite, forward or delete them
It's very simple to select multiple messages to favorite, forward or delete them

It is also possible to select more than one message to favorite, forward or delete. When selecting one of these options, as per the previous instructions, squares will automatically appear on the left side of the message so you can select the messages and perform this action in bulk.

Use keyboard shortcuts 65e3a

To facilitate the use of WhatsApp Web, the platform has made available a series of keyboard shortcuts that speed up the use of the messenger. Below, 12 of them for you to use in your daily life.

  • CTRL + ALT + “,” - Open the settings of Web WhatsApp;
  • CTRL + ALT + P – Opens your profile page in WhatsApp;
  • CTRL+ALT+SHIFT+H – Open the page of the WhatsApp;
  • ALT + F4 – Close the application WhastApp on the computer;
  • CTRL+ALT+N – Create a new group or open a new conversation;
  • CTRL + ALT + SHIFT + “/” – Opens the search field in a conversation;
  • CTRL + ALT + SHIFT + M – Mutes the current conversation;
  • CTRL + ALT + SHIFT + U – Mark the current conversation as unread;
  • CTRL + ALT + SHIFT + “[“ – Via to the previous conversation;
  • CTRL + ALT + SHIFT + “]” – Go to the next conversation;
  • TAB + ENTER – Press TAB until you reach the emojis option and use ENTER to open this option;
  • SHIFT + TAB + ENTER – Press SHIFT + TAB to get to the emojis option and use ENTER to open that option.

Drag files to 5559x

To send a file to a  or group, simply drag it into the conversation
To send a file to a or group, simply drag it into the conversation

The option for sending files to a or group is very similar to other programs and applications. The quickest and simplest option is to use the mouse to drag the file to the or group and release it.

The other possibility is, in the lower left corner of the dialog box, to click on the icon of a paper clip which will activate the options for sending an image, photo, or document. In this case, when you select the document option you will need to search for the file on your PC and then it and send it to your on Web WhatsApp.

Muting notifications on WhatsApp Web 5f7318

You can mute a group's notifications for 8 hours, 1 week, or forever
You can mute a group's notifications for 8 hours, 1 week, or forever

It is quite common for groups with many participants to constantly exchange messages, filling us with constant notifications, distracting us at all times. To avoid leaving the group, simply mute the exchange of messages by clicking on the three dots (…) in the top right corner of the screen. You can choose to silence notifications for 8 hours, 1 week, or forever.

Another way to access the menu containing the option to silence notifications is through the arrow next to the conversation in the left side menu.
Another way to access the menu containing the option to silence notifications is through the arrow next to the conversation in the left side menu.

How to activate Dark Mode viewing 3r2v2r

A feature that few know about is the possibility of using WhatsApp Web in Dark Mode, drastically reducing screen brightness. To access this option, click on the three dots (…), and then click on the “Settings” from the menu.

12 tips for using WhatsApp web on your computer. We've listed everything you need to know to make the most of WhatsApp web's features on your computer, check out our tips!
12 Tips for Using WhatsApp Web on Computer

In the settings menu, click on the “Topic on".

12 tips for using WhatsApp web on your computer. We've listed everything you need to know to make the most of WhatsApp web's features on your computer, check out our tips!
12 Tips for Using WhatsApp Web on Computer

In the next menu you can choose the theme mode dark, clear ou automatic (which automatically inherits your system settings).

12 tips for using WhatsApp web on your computer. We've listed everything you need to know to make the most of WhatsApp web's features on your computer, check out our tips!
12 Tips for Using WhatsApp Web on Computer

Ready! Your WhatsApp Web has entered Dark Mode. To undo, simply repeat the steps and choose the option “Clear".

Whatsapp web in dark mode
WhatsApp Web in Dark Mode

How to format text in the typing box 1h385y

If you want to add emphasis and differentiation to text, you can use the following formats:

  • Negrito: Place an asterisk (*) at the beginning and end of the word or phrase.
  • Italic: Place an underscore (_) at the beginning and end of the word or phrase.
  • Strikethrough: Place a tilde (~) at the beginning and end of the word or phrase.
  • Monospace: Place three grave accents (“`) at the beginning and end of the word or phrase.
12 tips for using WhatsApp web on your computer. We've listed everything you need to know to make the most of WhatsApp web's features on your computer, check out our tips!
12 Tips for Using WhatsApp Web on Computer

How to change the chat wallpaper color 5k2s6h

You can personalize each conversation by using different colors for the wallpaper. Click on the three dots (…), and then on “Settings".

12 tips for using WhatsApp web on your computer. We've listed everything you need to know to make the most of WhatsApp web's features on your computer, check out our tips!
12 Tips for Using WhatsApp Web on Computer

Then click on the “Conversation Wallpaper".

12 tips for using WhatsApp web on your computer. We've listed everything you need to know to make the most of WhatsApp web's features on your computer, check out our tips!
12 Tips for Using WhatsApp Web on Computer

On the next screen you can choose between several colors and even turn on or off the doodles (scribbles) of the wallpaper.

12 tips for using WhatsApp web on your computer. We've listed everything you need to know to make the most of WhatsApp web's features on your computer, check out our tips!
12 Tips for Using WhatsApp Web on Computer

How to use more than one WhatsApp on the computer 6h6z18

Many people have more than one mobile number — like professionals who have a personal number and a work number — however each instance of WhatsApp Web connects to only one . To circumvent this limitation, we suggest some options:

  • Use a different internet browser (Chrome, Firefox, Edge, Opera) for each number of WhatsApp;
  • In the same browser, open the Web WhatsApp in an incognito tab for each number of WhatsApp;
  • Use a number in WhatsApp desktop (installed in Windows ou MacOS) and a number in the Web WhatsApp.

In either case, the process of connecting to the Web WhatsApp It's the same as what we indicated at the beginning of the article: for each number you want to connect, a QR Code will be generated that must be read by the corresponding cell phone.


Want to stay on top of everything about the WhatsApp? Then check out our article on How does the payment system work? WhatsApp recently released here in Brazil.

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2 comments 5w3c5
  1. Hello, please, I use whatsapp on my cell phone and the same on the computer (macbookair), please I would like to know if it is possible to delete messages on the cell phone automatically on the computer?
    If possible, send me the guidance/answer, that is, the step-by-step via whatsapp, thank you very much 11 95888 0473
    Graciously
    Elcio Pires

  2. Hello, please can you help me, I want to know if I can see you from Whatsappweb if my new friend calls you via Whatsap from your cell phone

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