Unread notifications can accumulate quickly in WhatsApp, particularly when group chat add-ups or spam and undesirable conversations enter the picture. The sighting of the green notification count could mislead you to believe prior message-sorting caused the delay, even when that’s not true. Currently, WhatsApp has added a new, time-saving feature for when the notifications pile up into an overwhelming number, allowing users to hit one button to mark all chats as unread, and without the need to open each chat.
In this article, we will show you how to use the new “Read All” function and still keep your WhatsApp interface orderly, whether utilized on the WhatsApp mobile app or on WhatsApp Web.
What exactly is the WhatsApp “Read All” function?
The ‘Read All’ feature is one more interesting addition to the WhatsApp updates which is going to help the users in expeditiously marking all the rent messages in just a few seconds. Instead of opening each conversation and removing the red x sign on the unread messages, the said feature will enhance the management of unread messages by allowing them to be cleared all at once. It is a real game-changer for those that spend a significant amount of their time on the app and therefore receive hundreds of notifications in a matter of hours.
At the moment, this feature is being made available only to Android users running on beta version 2.24.20.19 and above. Other devices will also follow suit very soon but as at the time of writing this, it is only a working feature on Android devices.
How “Read All” is Going to Enhance Your User Experience?
In case you have one or a few of those mass – probably e-mail or even spam – the unread messages recreated more noise with every notification. What is more, considering that applications such as WhatsApp are created to be interactive platforms whereby users and groups engage in a lot of texting, the rise of unread text messages is likely to affect one’s concentration in the office. Instead of opening each and every one of such texts to recalibrate the number of unread texts downwards, the ‘Read All’ feature enables you to do all that in a matter of clicks.
Some of the key benefits include:
- Increased Productivity: No more interruptions caused by the green notification bubble that can distract from your work.
- Decluttering the Interface: Keeps your WhatsApp interface clean and organized by removing unread counts from less important chats.
- Time-Saving: Clears all unread notifications in seconds, saving you the time of opening each chat.
How to Mark All WhatsApp Chats as Read on Android
Here are the step-by-step instructions to mark all your WhatsApp chats as read using the new feature:
- Open WhatsApp: Launch the WhatsApp application on your Android device.
- Access the Menu: On the WhatsApp homepage, tap the three vertical dots located in the top-right corner of the screen to open the menu.
- Select “Read All”: From the drop-down menu, tap on the “Read All” option. This will mark all your unread messages as read without having to open each individual chat.
How to Mark All WhatsApp Chats as Read on WhatsApp Web
The WhatsApp Web version also benefits from this useful feature. Here’s how you can do it:
- Log in to WhatsApp Web: Open WhatsApp Web on your browser by scanning the QR code on your phone.
- Open the Menu: Click on the three vertical dots in the upper left corner of the interface.
- Choose “Read All”: Select the “Read All” option from the menu, and all your unread messages will be marked as read instantly.
WhatsApp Chat Management Tips
While the feature ‘Read All’ although useful in clearing the unread message’s tray has got its own limitation there are ways on WhatsApp that can help you manage your important conversations.
Pinning Chats for Easy Retrieval
In addition, WhatsApp has the feature of allowing the users to pin threads that they consider important to the top of the chat menu so that these important threads are always at hand. Users are allowed to pin a maximum of three chats, and these pinned charts will always be on top even with new messages from other charts coming in.
Here’s how to pin a chat:
- Open WhatsApp: Navigate to your chat list.
- Select a Chat: Tap and hold on the chat you want to pin.
- Pin the Chat: Tap the pin icon that appears at the top of the screen.
By pinning important chats, you can ensure that crucial conversations stay within easy reach.
Managing Group Chats and Spam
For many users, group chats and spam messages contribute significantly to the unread count. To avoid getting overwhelmed, consider using the following strategies:
- Mute Unnecessary Groups: You can mute group chats that you don’t want to be disturbed by. Go to the group chat, tap on the three dots, and select “Mute Notifications.”
- Block Spam Accounts: If you frequently receive unwanted messages from unknown numbers, you can block these accounts. Tap on the contact, open the menu, and select “Block.”
Conclusion
The ‘Read All’ addition in WhatsApp addresses the problem of unread messages by allowing users to perform one action and mark all the chats as read almost instantly. If you happen to be an Android user or on the Web, this WhatsApp feature is a huge benefit to anyone who is a recipient of numerous messages. Combine this with other options such as pinning chats, muting, and it is possible to make WhatsApp a better experience less annoying one.