Kapanlagi.com - WhatsApp is one of the popular messaging applications. It is common nowadays that every time you start an introduction, people often ask for WhatsApp number as a contact to continue communication. Therefore, it is important for you to know how to create WhatsApp new.
Moreover, WhatsApp features continue to evolve since its release in 2009. Creating WhatsApp is quite easy to do. You just need to install, register an account, and enjoy various facilities. These facilities include text messaging, emojis, stickers, voice notes, calls, and video calls with other users.
In addition, if you are someone who is starting a business, it is necessary to know how to create WhatsApp Business. You will be assisted in maximizing your business through various offered features. Well, to find out more, please read various information about WhatsApp below.
1. How to Create a New Whatsapp
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Creating a new WhatsApp account is actually quite easy. If you forget or this is your first time creating a WhatsApp account, just follow the explanations and steps below.
1. Download the WhatsApp application from PlayStore or App Store.
2. Next, open the downloaded application.
3. Click agree and continue, then you will see the "Welcome to WhatsApp" screen.
4. Click agree and continue.
5. After that, you need to enter an active phone number and WhatsApp will send a verification code via SMS.
6. Proceed, write the verification code in the provided column.
7. If you haven't received the SMS, please click "resend SMS", if it still doesn't work, click "call me".
8. If the SIM card number and WhatsApp application are on the same phone, usually the six-digit code will automatically enter and be verified.
9. Next, you can allow WhatsApp access to contacts, photos, media, and files.
10. If you want to find other people's WhatsApp from your contacts, you can also allow access to contacts.
11. Continue to fill in your WhatsApp name and you can add a profile picture.
2. Starting a WhatsApp Chat
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After successfully implementing the above steps to create WhatsApp, you can start trying out its various features. As an instant messaging application, you can try starting a chat conversation first through the following steps.
- Click on the start chat icon.
- Search for the WhatsApp contact you want to chat with.
- Another way you can take is by directly typing the contact's name in the "search" column.
- Once you have found their name, just click on that contact.
- The chat column will open immediately and you are ready to start the conversation.
- Write a greeting or message you want to convey, then send it.
- If you want to make a phone call or video call, click on the phone icon next to the contact's name.
3. How to Create Whatsapp Business
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In addition to making WhatsApp for messaging, now you also need to know how to make WhatsApp Business. You can also download the application for free to support your business. You can easily transact with customers online.
- Download and open the WhatsApp Business application on the Play Store or App Store.
- Review the Terms of Service by reading them before continuing.
- Proceed to register by selecting your country from the drop-down list to add the country code, then enter your phone number in international phone number format, "+62" for Indonesia.
- Click "Finish", then "Okay" and you will receive a 6-digit verification code via SMS.
- Read the terms and allow access to contacts and photos.
- Next, enter your business name, select a category, and upload a profile photo.
- Next, you can create a profile by clicking "Explore" and then clicking "Business Profile" to add information such as address, description, working hours, and so on.
4. WhatsApp Business Features
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After successfully implementing the procedure for creating WhatsApp Business, you need to know the features that can be utilized to the fullest. In this application, you can connect with customers directly, promote products and services, and answer questions during the transaction process.
This process will be greatly assisted if you maximize the following features:
- Catalog: you can display and share product and service information.
- Short link: this feature will make it easier for new customers to connect with you. Share the automatically generated short link to allow them to send messages.
- Messaging feature: you can use WhatsApp messaging templates to create important conversations from the beginning. Create greetings that are sent automatically to interact with new customers. Set messages outside working hours to let customers know when the business will reopen or create quick replies to answer frequently asked questions.
- Labels: sort conversations with customers into several categories, such as "New Customers" or "Orders in Process".
Well, KLovers, that's how to create a new WhatsApp to support daily communication needs. The explanation about WhatsApp Business will also be quite helpful in developing your business.
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Disclaimer: This translation from Bahasa Indonesia to English has been generated by Artificial Intelligence.