How to Put a Message as Unread on Instagram
Step 1: Open the Message
To put a message as unread on Instagram, you first need to open the message. Here’s how to do it:
- Open the Instagram app on your mobile device.
- Tap on the Messages tab at the bottom of the screen.
- Find the message you want to put as unread and tap on it.
- A small three-dot menu will appear next to the message.
Step 2: Tap on the Three-Dot Menu
- Tap on the three-dot menu that appears next to the message.
- A menu will appear with several options, including Edit Message, Delete Message, and Report Message.
Step 3: Tap on the Edit Message Option
- Tap on the Edit Message option.
- This will open the message’s editing screen.
Step 4: Tap on the Unread Option
- Tap on the Unread option at the top of the screen.
- This will put the message as unread on Instagram.
Step 5: Confirm the Action
- Tap on Confirm to put the message as unread.
- If you’re sure you want to put the message as unread, tap on Confirm again.
Alternative Method: Using the Message Button
Alternatively, you can also put a message as unread by tapping on the Message button at the top of the screen.
- Tap on the Message button.
- A small menu will appear with several options, including Edit Message, Delete Message, and Report Message.
- Tap on the Edit Message option.
- This will open the message’s editing screen.
- Tap on the Unread option at the top of the screen.
- This will put the message as unread on Instagram.
Tips and Tricks
- You can also put a message as unread by tapping on the Message button at the top of the screen and then tapping on the Unread option.
- If you want to put a message as unread for a specific user, you can tap on their name at the top of the screen and then tap on the Unread option.
- You can also use the Message button to put a message as unread for a specific conversation by tapping on the conversation name at the top of the screen and then tapping on the Unread option.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Don’t tap on the Delete Message option to put a message as unread. This will actually delete the message and put it as read.
- Don’t tap on the Report Message option to put a message as unread. This will actually report the message to Instagram’s moderators and put it as read.
- Don’t tap on the Edit Message option to put a message as unread. This will actually edit the message and put it as read.
Conclusion
Putting a message as unread on Instagram is a simple process that can be done in a few steps. By following these steps and tips, you can easily put a message as unread on Instagram and keep your conversations private. Remember to be careful when using the Message button and to avoid tapping on the Delete Message or Report Message options.