How to Invite Someone on WhatsApp: A Step-by-Step Guide
1. Making a New Contact
Before we can invite someone on WhatsApp, we need to make a new contact. To do this, we need to open the WhatsApp app and navigate to the "People" section. This is where we can search for and add new contacts.
- To add a new contact, tap on the "+" icon at the bottom right corner of the screen.
- Select "People" from the list of options.
- Enter the phone number or email address of the person we want to add as a contact.
- Type in the name of the person, and the new contact will be added to the list.
2. Adding the Contact to WhatsApp
Once we have added the contact, we need to invite them to join WhatsApp. To do this, we need to go to the contact’s list and select them.
- To invite a contact to join WhatsApp, tap on the "Info" button (a small arrow icon) next to their name.
- Select "Invite to group chat" from the menu that appears.
- Enter the phone number or email address of the person we want to invite.
- Type in the name of the person, and a code will be generated.
3. Sending the Invitation Code
The invitation code is a unique code that the recipient can enter to join the group chat. The invitation code is sent automatically by the sender, and it’s included in the message that is sent to the recipient.
- To send the invitation code, tap on the "Send" button next to the "Info" button.
- Type in the phone number or email address of the recipient.
- A code will be generated and sent to the recipient’s phone.
4. Receiving the Invitation Code
The recipient receives the invitation code and can enter it to join the group chat.
- To receive the invitation code, tap on the "Info" button next to the contact’s name.
- Select "Invite to group chat" from the menu that appears.
- Enter the phone number or email address of the recipient.
- A code will be generated and sent to the recipient’s phone.
5. Sending the WhatsApp Message
To invite someone to join WhatsApp, we need to send them a message. To do this, we need to open the WhatsApp app and navigate to the "Message" section.
- To send a message, tap on the "Compose" button (a pencil icon) at the bottom right corner of the screen.
- Type in the message, and add any necessary details such as the contact’s name and phone number.
- Tap on the "Send" button.
6. Creating a Group Chat
Once we have sent the invitation message, we need to create a group chat. To do this, we need to go to the chat list and select the new contact.
- To create a group chat, tap on the "Create group chat" button (a circle with a group icon).
- Select the new contact we invited earlier.
- Enter the group name, and any necessary details such as the group description.
- Tap on the "Send" button.
Important Tips and Variations
- To change the type of message, tap on the "Compose" button and select the type of message (e.g. "Photo" or "Video").
- To share files, tap on the "Attach" button (a paperclip icon) at the bottom right corner of the screen.
- To remove a contact from the chat, tap on the "Info" button next to their name and select "Remove".
- To add multiple contacts to a group chat, tap on the "Add" button (a plus icon) and select the contacts to be added.
FAQs and Troubleshooting
- Q: How do I receive an invitation code from a sender?
A: The invitation code is sent automatically by the sender, and it’s included in the message that is sent to the recipient. - Q: How do I send a WhatsApp message to someone?
A: To send a message, tap on the "Compose" button and type in the message, adding any necessary details such as the contact’s name and phone number. - Q: How do I create a group chat?
A: To create a group chat, tap on the "Create group chat" button and select the new contact. - Q: How do I remove a contact from a group chat?
A: To remove a contact from the chat, tap on the "Info" button next to their name and select "Remove".
Conclusion
Inviting someone on WhatsApp is a straightforward process that can be completed with a few simple steps. By following the guidelines outlined in this article, we can easily add new contacts and invite them to join our WhatsApp group chat. Remember to always keep the code safe and secure, and to follow the necessary steps to receive the invitation message.