How to Hide Messages You Have Read on Facebook Messenger on Android
Open Messenger., Tap and hold the conversation., Tap Archive.
Step-by-Step Guide
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Step 1: Open Messenger.
It’s the blue chat bubble icon with a white lightning bolt in the app drawer. -
Step 2: Tap and hold the conversation.
A pop-up menu will appear. , This removes the conversation from your Inbox and places it into a hidden archive.
To view a hidden conversation, type your friend’s name into the search box at the top of the screen, then select the conversation.
The conversation will re-appear in your inbox if that person sends you a message.
To re-add it to the inbox yourself, send a reply. -
Step 3: Tap Archive.
Detailed Guide
It’s the blue chat bubble icon with a white lightning bolt in the app drawer.
A pop-up menu will appear. , This removes the conversation from your Inbox and places it into a hidden archive.
To view a hidden conversation, type your friend’s name into the search box at the top of the screen, then select the conversation.
The conversation will re-appear in your inbox if that person sends you a message.
To re-add it to the inbox yourself, send a reply.
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