Discord is a communication platform that is widely used in the gaming community. However, sometimes the messages in the DM (direct message) chat history can become overwhelming. It is frustrating to have to manually delete each message in a conversation one-by-one. Fortunately, there are several ways to delete all messages in Discord DM. In this blog post, we will share some methods for deleting all messages in Discord DM and provide some additional tips to help make the process smoother.
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The Challenge of Deleting All Messages in Discord DM
The main challenge with deleting all messages in Discord DMs is that there is no built-in feature to do so. Users cannot simply click on a button to delete all messages in one go. Attempting to select and delete each message manually can take a significant amount of time and effort. In addition, users with a large number of messages in their DMs may find this process particularly tedious.
Things You Should Prepare for?
Before deleting all messages in Discord DM, there are a few things that you should prepare beforehand. Firstly, it is important to back up any important messages that you may want to keep before deleting everything. Secondly, you should be prepared to lose all messages in the conversation since there is no way to undo the deletion process. Lastly, make sure that you have a stable internet connection since the process can take some time depending on the number of messages in the DM.
The Methods
Method 1: Using a Bot
Using a bot is the most efficient way to delete all messages in Discord DM. The bot will delete all messages in the conversation within a few minutes. However, keep in mind that bots can only delete messages that are less than 14 days old.
1. Go to the MEE6 website (https://mee6.xyz/) and click on “Add to Discord”.
2. Follow the on-screen instructions to add the MEE6 bot to your Discord server.
3. Once the MEE6 bot is added, go to your DM and type “!clear”.
4. The bot will ask you to confirm the deletion. Type “yes” and wait for the bot to finish deleting all messages in the DM.
Pros:
– Quick and efficient
– Can delete messages up to 14 days old
Cons:
– Requires an external bot
– Cannot delete messages older than 14 days
Method 2: Using Keyboard Shortcuts
Using keyboard shortcuts is a simple and quick way to delete all messages in Discord DM. However, this method can only delete messages one screen at a time.
1. Go to the Discord DM and hover your mouse over the message you want to delete.
2. Press and hold the “Shift” key on your keyboard and click on the last message in the conversation.
3. All messages in the conversation will be highlighted.
4. Press the “Delete” key on your keyboard to delete the selected messages.
Pros:
– Quick and simple
– No external tools required
Cons:
– Can only delete messages one screen at a time
– Cannot delete messages older than 14 days
Method 3: Using Developer Tools
Using developer tools is another method to delete all messages in Discord DM. However, this method requires some technical knowledge and can be time-consuming.
1. Go to the Discord DM and press “Ctrl” + “Shift” + “I” (Windows) or “Cmd” + “Option” + “I” (Mac) on your keyboard.
2. Developer Tools will open in a separate window.
3. Click on the “Console” tab.
4. Paste the following script into the console:
var channel = […document.querySelectorAll(‘[aria-label^=”Direct Message “]’)][0].getAttribute(‘aria-label’).substring(16);
var t0 = setInterval(() => {deleteGroup()}, 1000);
function deleteGroup(){
if(document.querySelectorAll(‘[aria-label^=”Grouped Messages”]’).length == 0){clearInterval(t0);return}
document.querySelectorAll(‘[aria-label^=”Grouped Messages”]’)[0].click();
setTimeout(() => {
var deleteLink = document.querySelector(‘.channelTextArea-1HTP3C .button-14-BFJ:nth-child(2)’);
if(deleteLink == null)return;
deleteLink.click();
document.querySelector(‘.buttonRed-B6GdKT’).click();
setTimeout(() => {document.querySelector(‘.closeButton-1tv5uR’).click();}, 1000);
}, 1000);
}
5. Press “Enter” on your keyboard to execute the script.
6. Wait for the script to finish deleting all messages in the DM.
Pros:
– Can delete messages of any age
– No external tools required
Cons:
– Requires technical knowledge
– Can be time-consuming
Why Can’t I Delete All Messages in Discord DM?
1. Discord does not have a built-in feature to delete all messages in DM.
2. Deleting messages manually is time-consuming and tedious.
3. Messages that are older than 14 days cannot be deleted with a bot.
Additional Tips
1. Use the Discord search function to find specific messages rather than scrolling through the entire chat history.
2. Use the “Delete Messages” option in the server Privacy Settings to delete messages in a server. This feature allows you to delete messages that are up to 90 days old.
3. Regularly delete unnecessary messages to avoid having to delete a large number of messages at once.
FAQs
Q: How can I delete messages in a Discord Server?
A: You can delete messages in a server by using the “Delete Messages” option in the server Privacy Settings. This option allows you to delete messages that are up to 90 days old.
Q: Can I delete messages in bulk on mobile devices?
A: No, there is currently no way to delete messages in bulk on mobile devices.
Q: Can bots delete all messages in a Discord server?
A: No, bots can only delete messages that are less than 14 days old.
Q: Can I undo the deletion process?
A: No, once messages are deleted, they cannot be recovered. Make sure to back up important messages before deleting them.
Q: How can I delete a Channel in Discord?
A: To delete a channel in Discord, right-click on the channel and select “Delete Channel”.
In Conclusion
Deleting all messages in Discord DM can be challenging, but with the methods we have shared, you can easily delete all unwanted messages without having to manually delete them one-by-one. Use the additional tips to make the process smoother, and remember to back up important messages before deleting them. With these tips, you can keep your DMs clean and tidy and enjoy a better Discord experience.