How to adjust WhatsApp settings to avoid sending half-finished texts?

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I accidentally send messages part way through writing.

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Original Title: how do i disable;Enter is send; in WhatsApp

MacBook Air 15″, macOS 15.6

Posted on Aug 21, 2025 01:52 AM

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Answer 1

Level 10

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That’s a question for WhatsApp, WhatsApp.com for support

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Answer 2

Press Shift + Enter to insert a line break instead of sending the message.

Open WhatsApp > Preferences, look for “Enter is send” option, uncheck “Enter is send” if available.

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