How to view dm without opening
The simplest way to read a direct message on Instagram without being seen is to view the message from the notification on your phone's home screen. Show
If the message is too long to view the message in its entirety and only gives you a preview, you can hold the notification and drag it down, which will expand the message without clicking into the app. It's important to hold the button carefully otherwise you could accidentally click into the app, prompting the sender to see you have read the message. For an Android phone, you won't be able to use the drag method but can instead click the down arrow to the right of the message.
SUSPICIONS Mystery as Love Island bombshell skips reunion and disappears from InstagramAnother way is turning off your mobile internet before reading them. One thing to know is that once you turn the internet back on, the sender will know that you have read the message. There are also some third-party apps that you can always download to read messages without notifying the sender.
Is there a restricted option on Instagram?Another option is to restrict a user via Instagram's app settings. By selecting this feature, the person's new messages will be sent to a second tab that will allow you to view them without the individual knowing. When you are ready to respond, you will have to allow or approve the message, in which case then the sender will see that you have read the message. You also won't receive any notifications from the restricted individual. That's because this feature is designed to tackle bullying or harassment. However, it's also useful for Instagram sleuths who want to read messages in stealth mode. How can you restrict someone on Instagram?To restrict someone through direct messages, go to their profile and select the three dots that are located in the top right-hand corner of your screen. There will be a popup menu with Restrict, Block, and Report listed in red.
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SPECIMENS VANISHED? JonBenet's dad exposes gaps by cops & makes plea for DNA testingSTORE WARS Target, Walmart & Home Depot go to war on theft - it could change store pricesAfter this is done, any future messages will go to the restricted inbox - the sender will not be notified that they have been restricted. We pay for your stories! Do you have a story for The Sun Online Tech & Science team? Email us at [email protected] Can I read an Instagram DM without opening it?You can read it through notifications, message requests, mail inbox, third-party apps, and by turning off your internet. Additionally, you can use the unread a message feature if you have a business account.
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