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Send WhatsApp messages via Green API

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Message → Edit Message

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Overview

This node operation allows editing an existing WhatsApp message using the Green API. It is useful when you need to update the content of a previously sent message, for example, to correct a typo or add additional information.

Use Case Examples

  1. Updating the text of a message sent to a customer to provide corrected details.
  2. Changing the content of a message in a group chat to reflect new information.

Properties

Name Meaning
Message ID The unique identifier of the message to be edited.
New Message The updated text content that will replace the original message text.

Output

JSON

  • idMessage - The ID of the edited message.
  • message - The updated message text after editing.
  • chatId - The chat ID where the message was edited.
  • status - The status of the edit operation, indicating success or failure.

Dependencies

  • Requires Green API credentials including instance ID and API token for authentication.

Troubleshooting

  • Common errors include failure to find the message ID or invalid API credentials. Ensure the message ID is correct and the API credentials are valid.
  • Errors during the edit operation will include the data sent for easier debugging. Check the error message and the data payload to resolve issues.

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