How to Block a Group on WhatsApp on Android
Open WhatsApp Messenger., Tap the CHATS tab., Tap on a group chat., Tap the three vertical dots icon., Select Mute from the menu., Select the duration you want to mute the group., Uncheck the Show notifications box., Tap OK.
Step-by-Step Guide
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Step 1: Open WhatsApp Messenger.
The WhatsApp icon looks like a green speech balloon with a white telephone in it. -
Step 2: Tap the CHATS tab.
If WhatsApp opens up to a different page, go back and open your CHATS tab.
It will show a list of all your personal and group chat conversations. , This will open the conversation in full screen. , This is your chat menu button in the upper-right corner of your screen.
It will open a drop-down menu of options to manage the group chat. , It will open a pop-up box to set your muting options.
Muting will deactivate the sound beep and vibrations when somebody sends a message to the group. , You can select between 8 Hours, 1 Week, and 1 Year. , This option is at the bottom of the pop-up box below the 1 Year option.
It will prevent notifications from popping up on your device's Home screen or on your Notifications tray when somebody posts in the group. , This will confirm your settings and mute the group for the duration you've selected. -
Step 3: Tap on a group chat.
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Step 4: Tap the three vertical dots icon.
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Step 5: Select Mute from the menu.
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Step 6: Select the duration you want to mute the group.
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Step 7: Uncheck the Show notifications box.
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Step 8: Tap OK.
Detailed Guide
The WhatsApp icon looks like a green speech balloon with a white telephone in it.
If WhatsApp opens up to a different page, go back and open your CHATS tab.
It will show a list of all your personal and group chat conversations. , This will open the conversation in full screen. , This is your chat menu button in the upper-right corner of your screen.
It will open a drop-down menu of options to manage the group chat. , It will open a pop-up box to set your muting options.
Muting will deactivate the sound beep and vibrations when somebody sends a message to the group. , You can select between 8 Hours, 1 Week, and 1 Year. , This option is at the bottom of the pop-up box below the 1 Year option.
It will prevent notifications from popping up on your device's Home screen or on your Notifications tray when somebody posts in the group. , This will confirm your settings and mute the group for the duration you've selected.
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