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copy and paste in Whatsapp

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In Whatsapp Web/Desktop, the message field cannot be pasted. Chrome works

In Whatsapp Web/Desktop, the message field cannot be pasted. Chrome works

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Try to use keyboard shortcuts if the buttons on the web page or other methods aren't working.

  • Copy: Ctrl+C or Ctrl+Insert (Mac: Command + C)
  • Paste: Ctrl+V or Shift+Insert (Mac: Command + V)
  • Cut: Ctrl+X or Shift+Delete (Mac: Command + X)
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Ctrl+V doesn't work. The field is disabled. You can't drag in a link either. Nothing you can do to paste.

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Did you try "Shift+Insert" in case there is a script that intercepts the Ctrl key?

What does it show in the Inspector if you right-click this field?

You can right-click and select "Inspect Element" to open the Inspector ("3-bar" menu button or Tools -> Web Developer) with this element selected.

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Paste button and the right click paste and Ctrl+V all work in other areas within Firefox, it is just not available specifically in WhatsApp fields. Although you can type, the cursor in the field is invisible