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How to react to messages on WhatsApp using emojis
Reactions to disappearing messages will disappear along with the message itself

How to react to messages on WhatsApp using emojis

Dec 13, 2024
02:53 pm

What's the story

WhatsApp has revolutionized the way we communicate, and its message reactions feature takes things a step further. This exciting feature allows you to quickly express your emotions and reactions to messages without typing a single word. Whether it's a simple "like," a playful "heart," or a thoughtful "thinking face," you can convey your feelings using emojis with just a tap.

Process

React to your WhatsApp messages on Android

Long-press on the message you want to react to. A row of emojis will appear. Tap the desired emoji to add your reaction. As a substitute, you can tap the emoji icon to open a larger selection of emojis. You can also react to a photo, GIF, or video shared in the chat using the same steps as mentioned above.

Tips

Want to change your reaction? Follow these steps

To change your reaction, tap and hold a message, photo, gif, or video you reacted to. Alternatively, tap the emoji below the message. Now, tap a different emoji to revise your reaction. You can also remove your reaction. Tap and hold a message, photo, gif, or video you reacted to. Or, tap the emoji below the message. Next, tap your reaction to remove it.

Key points

Things to remember

When you add a reaction, only the sender of the message will receive a notification. You can only add one reaction to a message at a time. Reactions to disappearing messages will disappear along with the message itself. It's not currently possible to hide reactions or reaction counts.