What is can people see when you half swipe?

It depends on the platform you are using.

  • General Principle: Generally, a <a href="https://www.wikiwhat.page/kavramlar/half%20swipe">half swipe</a> itself does not notify the sender that you've read their message. The purpose of a half swipe is to preview a message without marking it as "read."

  • Platforms:

    • Snapchat: A half swipe on Snapchat will mark the snap as opened, and the sender will see that you opened it. There is no true half swipe here to avoid the read receipt.
    • Instagram: A half swipe is not typically visible. The message will only be marked as read if you fully open it.
    • Other Messaging Apps (like iOS messages): The "half swipe" to preview messages from the lock screen or notification center does not send a read receipt. You can usually read the message without the sender knowing.
  • Privacy: If you are unsure, it is best to check the specific <a href="https://www.wikiwhat.page/kavramlar/privacy%20settings">privacy settings</a> or documentation for the messaging app you're using, or do a search on the internet to confirm.