Overview
WhatsApp videos are automatically muted by default when you receive them on your iPhone. This can be inconvenient if you want to watch a video sent to you with sound. Thankfully, WhatsApp makes it easy to unmute videos so you can watch them with audio.
There are a few different ways to unmute WhatsApp videos on an iPhone. The easiest method is to simply tap the loudspeaker icon on the video thumbnail before playing it. You can also unmute videos from within the video player by tapping the loudspeaker icon while the video is playing.
If you find yourself frequently needing to unmute WhatsApp videos, you can change a setting to play them with sound by default instead of muted. This tutorial will show you all the different ways to unmute and enable sound for WhatsApp videos on an iPhone.
Tap the Loudspeaker Icon on the Video Thumbnail
The quickest and easiest way to unmute a WhatsApp video on iPhone is to tap the loudspeaker icon on the video thumbnail before you play it. Here’s how:
1. Open WhatsApp and go to the chat with the muted video you want to unmute.
2. Tap on the video thumbnail to open the media viewer.
3. Look for a loudspeaker icon in the bottom left corner of the video thumbnail. If you see this icon, it means the video is currently muted.
4. Tap the loudspeaker icon on the thumbnail before playing the video. This will unmute that video.
5. Now when you tap the play icon to play the video, it will play with sound enabled.
This loudspeaker icon appears on all muted video thumbnails in WhatsApp, so you can use the same method to quickly unmute any video you receive. Tapping it once before playing the video will override the mute setting and play that video with audio.
Unmute the Video from the Video Player
If you’ve already started playing a muted WhatsApp video, you can still unmute it on the fly from within the video player:
1. Tap the play icon to begin playing the muted video.
2. Look for the loudspeaker icon in the bottom left corner of the video player. If it’s crossed out, that indicates the video is muted.
3. Tap the loudspeaker icon to unmute the video. The crossed out icon will change to an enabled loudspeaker icon to indicate the sound is now on.
4. The video will now play with audio enabled. Tap the loudspeaker again to mute it once more.
This method works for instantly unmuting a WhatsApp video on iPhone while it’s actively playing. The loudspeaker icon serves as a mute/unmute toggle from directly within the video player.
Change the Default Setting to Play Videos Unmuted
If you don’t want to have to manually unmute every WhatsApp video you receive, you can change a setting to have them play with sound by default instead:
1. Open the WhatsApp app and go to Settings.
2. Tap Notifications.
3. Under the “MESSAGE NOTIFICATIONS” section, toggle the switch next to Play Video to on (green).
This will make it so any WhatsApp videos you receive will automatically play with sound instead of muted. You won’t see the loudspeaker icons on thumbnails anymore since unmuting will be the default.
If you want to mute a particular video, tap the loudspeaker icon in the player while it’s playing. This will override the default just for that single video.
The Play Video setting makes it easier to watch WhatsApp videos with audio when you want to listen to them rather than have them muted. Keep in mind this applies to all WhatsApp videos.
Conclusion
WhatsApp mutes video sound by default, but you can easily unmute videos on iPhone with just a tap. Look for the loudspeaker icon on video thumbnails or in the player and tap it to turn the sound on. Alternatively, you can change a setting to have WhatsApp videos play with audio automatically instead of muted.
Unmuting videos allows you to view them as intended with sound. While muting can be good for privacy, unmuting is necessary if you want to actually hear the contents of a shared video. Use the methods outlined above to control muting and play WhatsApp videos with or without sound on your iPhone.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why are my WhatsApp videos muted?
WhatsApp automatically mutes any video sent through the app by default. This is likely done for privacy reasons, to avoid videos automatically playing out loud when received. The recipient then has to manually unmute videos to play sound.
Do I have to unmute videos each time?
You can change the default behavior in Settings so WhatsApp videos play unmuted automatically. Go to Notifications > Play Video and enable the option. Otherwise, yes, you’ll have to manually unmute each video by tapping the loudspeaker icon.
Can I unmute a video during playback?
Yes, you can tap the loudspeaker icon in the bottom left corner while a video is playing to unmute it on the fly, even if you already started playing it muted. This lets you quickly enable or disable sound mid-video.
Where is the loudspeaker icon located?
On a video’s thumbnail, it’s in the bottom left corner. In the video player, it’s also in the bottom left. Tap the icon in either location to mute or unmute the video you’re playing.
Is there a volume control for WhatsApp videos?
Yes, after unmuting a video you can then adjust the volume using your iPhone’s volume buttons. This will let you play a WhatsApp video quietly or at full volume once unmuted.
Table of Contents
| Overview |
| Tap the Loudspeaker Icon on the Video Thumbnail |
| Unmute the Video from the Video Player |
| Change the Default Setting to Play Videos Unmuted |
| Conclusion |
| Frequently Asked Questions |
Detailed Steps to Unmute WhatsApp Videos on iPhone
Here is an in-depth walkthrough of the steps to unmute muted WhatsApp videos on an iPhone:
From the Video Thumbnail
1. Open the WhatsApp app on your iPhone.
2. Navigate to the chat containing the muted video you want to unmute.
3. Tap on the video thumbnail to preview it.
4. Look in the bottom left corner of the thumbnail for a loudspeaker icon. If you see this icon, it means the video is currently muted.
5. Tap directly on the loudspeaker icon while still viewing the thumbnail.
6. The icon will change from muted to unmuted.
7. Now tap the play icon in the center of the thumbnail to play the video. It will now play the video with sound enabled.
8. If you want to mute it again, tap the loudspeaker in the bottom left corner while video is playing.
From the Video Player
1. Open WhatsApp and find the muted video you want to unmute.
2. Tap the play icon on the video thumbnail to begin playback.
3. The video player will open and begin playing the video on mute.
4. Look for the loudspeaker icon in the bottom left corner of the player.
5. If the icon has a line through it, tap it to remove the line which will unmute the video.
6. The video will now play audibly with sound enabled.
7. To mute again, simply tap the loudspeaker icon again while video is playing.
Change Default to Play Unmuted
1. Open WhatsApp and go to Settings within the app.
2. Scroll down and tap Notifications.
3. Under Message Notifications, look for the Play Videos option.
4. Tap the switch next to Play Videos so it turns green and is enabled.
5. Now all WhatsApp videos will play with sound by default when received.
6. To mute a particular video, tap the loudspeaker icon while it’s playing.
Troubleshooting Issues with Muted WhatsApp Videos
If you are having trouble unmuting WhatsApp videos on your iPhone, try these troubleshooting tips:
– Restart your iPhone – Close all apps, power off your iPhone completely, wait 30 seconds, and restart it. This can reset any audio issues.
– Update WhatsApp – Make sure you’re running the latest version of WhatsApp from the App Store.
– Check iOS volume – Use the volume buttons on your iPhone to make sure overall system volume isn’t muted or too low.
– Use headphones – Try unmuting the video and playing audio through headphones connected to your iPhone.
– Reset WhatsApp – Go to Settings > Apps > WhatsApp and choose Reset to reset the app to default settings.
– Update iOS – Make sure your iPhone is updated to the latest iOS version for compatibility.
– Remove case – Try removing any protective case from your iPhone in case it is interfering with the loudspeaker.
– Clean speakers – Use a soft brush to gently clean the iPhone speaker grills if muted sound could be due to debris buildup.
– Contact WhatsApp – If nothing works, contact WhatsApp support directly for troubleshooting assistance.
Following these tips should help resolve any problems unmuting videos and hearing sound from WhatsApp on your iPhone.