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WhatsApp group messaging on your smartphone
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iOS: In the app, choose Chats > New Group > add participants. Tap Next > enter name for chat > tap Create.Android: Tap Chats > tap three dots > New group > add people > tap green arrow. Name group > green check. This article explains how to create a WhatsApp group on iOS and Android devices, as well as how to send chats, add new members, and delete a group. How to Create a WhatsApp Group on iPhones
To create a WhatsApp group on an iPhone: Tap Chats at the bottom of the screen. Select New Group. If you don't have any open chats, the New Group option won't be visible, so will need to select the pencil and paper icon in the upper-right corner instead, and then select New Group on the next screen. Select the participants to add to the group. When done, tap Next in the upper-right corner. You can add more people later, so don't worry if you miss anyone. Enter a group subject (name for the group chat), and tap Create in the upper-right corner. To create a group message, tap in the compose area, enter your message, and tap send. Setting up a WhatsApp Group on Android
To set up a WhatsApp group on an Android phone: On WhatsApp, tap Chats. Tap the three vertical dots in the upper-right corner > New group. Choose the participants you want to add. When done, tap the green arrow in the lower-right corner. Enter a group subject (name for the group), and tap the green checkmark to finish creating the group. To start sending messages, tap in the compose message area, enter your message, and tap send. Adding Members to a WhatsApp Group Chat on an iPhone
Once you've created a group, you may want to add additional members to the group. As long as you're a group admin, you can go into the group's settings and add members. Tap Chats at the bottom of the screen to view your group(s). Slide your finger leftwards over the name of the group you want to add members to, and select More from the choices that appear. Tap Group Info. Tap Add Participants. You can also tap Invite to Group via Link if the contact is not on WhatsApp. A WhatsApp group can have up to 256 participants. Select the contacts to add. Tap Add when done. Tap Add again to complete. The participants are now added to the group and can view any new messages sent to the group. Adding Members to a WhatsApp Group Chat on Android
To add members to a WhatsApp group chat on Android: Tap Chats in the upper section of screen. Select the group you want to add members to. Tap the three vertical dots in the upper-right corner. Select Group info from the drop-down list. Select Add Participants or Invite via Link. In the participants list, select the contacts you wish to add to the group chat. Tap the green checkmark in the lower-right corner when you are done selecting contacts. The new members will be added to the group and can see any new messages sent to the group. Delete a WhatsApp Group
Things change, and you may need to delete a WhatsApp group. You can also archive a group chat and hide it from view if you don't want to keep it in your Chats list. Archiving won't delete the group from WhatsApp, and you can access the group later to view the messages. Was this page helpful? Thanks for letting us know! Get the Latest Tech News Delivered Every Day Subscribe Tell us why! Other Not enough details Hard to understand Submit More from Lifewire How to Delete a WhatsApp Group How to Use WhatsApp Mute How to Change Phones Without Losing WhatsApp How to Know If You've Been Blocked on WhatsApp How to Make a Group Chat in Instagram How to Add Members to a Distribution List in Outlook How to Delete Any WhatsApp Contact How to Send a Text Message to a Group How to Use WhatsApp Privacy Settings How to Track Your Messages With WhatsApp Check Marks How to Set up and Use the Google Duo Chat App How to Schedule a Text Message on an iPhone How to Use Google Chat How to Create Group Chat Names on iPhone and Android How to Find WhatsApp Group Links Without An Invite How to Use Signal Group Call Options Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up By clicking “Accept All Cookies”, you agree to the storing of cookies on your device to enhance site navigation, analyze site usage, and assist in our marketing efforts. Cookies Settings Accept All Cookies