How to View Shared Videos in Facebook Messenger

Facebook Messenger is a popular app for communication, but sometimes you might find the need to view a shared video that you missed or have been saved in your chat history. Here’s a detailed guide on how to access and watch shared videos in Facebook Messenger.

Steps to View Shared Videos in Facebook Messenger

Whether you’re using an Android or iOS device, the process is straightforward.

For Android Devices:

Open the Facebook Messenger app on your Android device.

Select the conversation where the video was shared. If you’re unsure about the exact conversation, scroll through your chat history.

Tap on the #9776; (i) button in the top right-hand corner of the chat screen.

Select the option labeled Shared Photos or Shared Media.

Find the video you want to view and tap on it to play.

For iOS Devices:

Open the Facebook Messenger app on your iOS device.

Select the conversation where the video was shared. Again, if the video is not immediately visible, scroll through the chat history.

Tap on the name of the contact who shared the video.

Press the option labeled Shared Photos or Shared Media.

Tap on the video you want to view to start playing it.

If You Missed the Video:

If you didn't find the video immediately, don’t worry. Make sure to scroll through the entire chat history.

For Older Shared Videos:

If a video was shared to you days, weeks, months, or even years ago and you want to see it again, follow these steps:

Open the Facebook Messenger app.

Find the conversation where the video was shared and click on it.

Tap on the #9776; (i) button in the top right-hand corner of the chat screen.

Look for a circular button with an “i” in the middle. This will show all shared videos and photos.

Scroll through the list to find the video you want to play.

Accessing Shared Media via Other Apps:

When someone shares a file via another app, you might need to find a way to open the shared media. Here’s what to do:

Open the share menu in the app where the video was shared.

Scroll to the More option and select it.

Choose Messenger from the list of options.

A window will appear allowing you to add a caption and choose recipients. Once you add the video to Messenger, it will be shared in the selected conversation.

Conclusion

Viewing shared videos in Facebook Messenger is a seamless process. By following the steps above, you can quickly find and watch videos shared with you, even if they were sent a while ago.