Earlier this year, Whatsapp introduced WhatsApp status which was at first meant to replace the old text status. People have really been enjoying this featured ever since it was introduced and it's similar to that of Instagram and Snapchat.
Using the Whatsapp status feature, you'd be able to upload pictures or short videos which will be visible to your contacts for exactly 24 hours before it will be automatically removed by WhatsApp.
The downside about this feature is that one cant download the shared videos or images unless you request for the file from the original sender or if you download a modded version of Whatsapp like GB WhatsApp to be able to download the file.
If you are using the normal WhatsApp app and want to be able to save the short videos or images uploaded by your friends without having to ask them, there is actually a simple trick to save it on your phone permanently.
How to Download and Save WhatsApp Status Pictures and Videos
>> Browse through your WhatsApp status and view the picture or video you will like to save.
>> Open your phone's file manager or any other third party file manager.
>> Open the SD card or Internal storage (for phones running Android 6.0 and above).
>> Open the Whatsapp folder, then media folder.
>> Enable "show hidden folder" on your file manager.
** For most phones click on the option (3 dots at the top or bottom of the screen), then click on “Show hidden files”.
>> Once this has been done, a folder named “.Statuses” should appear.
>> Open the folder and you will see all your already viewed status in the last 24hours.
>> Copy the picture or video you want to save and paste it in another folder.
>> The copied image or video will now appear in your phone's gallery permanently until you delete it yourself.
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