Managing auto-downloads and other media storage settings:įor configuring advanced settings, select Advanced.įrom here, you can manage storage related settings and configure auto-downloading options.

You can also set up two-step verification, change last seen and online status as well as manage to block users from this Privacy and Security section. To unlock the app, the passcode will be needed. Then scroll down to Local Passcode and enable it.Ī lock icon will now be visible, simply click it to lock the app. To enable it, go to Settings > Privacy and Security. When this passcode is enabled, you can directly lock the app using a lock icon at top of the screen or have the auto-lock option do that when the app is inactive (default interval being 1 hour). Telegram Desktop app can also be configured to have a local passcode. You can also change how many notifications will be displayed by changing their count. The message location can be previewed by clicking on the screen layout from the Location on the screen section. To change how notifications appear, choose Notifications from Settings.

Other than that, you can also configure emoji and other chat related options. The chat window background can also be changed from here. To change the default theme and other chat settings, choose Settings > Chat Settings. Telegram Desktop app also supports Night Mode and it can be enabled by clicking on the three lines icon at the top left and enabling it. To export saved messages or delete chat history, click on the dots icon from top right and choose as needed. If you already have a Telegram account with the same number, all the contacts and messages will automatically be synced and visible in the desktop app. The chat window will be visible with the default theme. Use the Telegram code received on the phone number to verify it.įor new Telegram accounts, enter the first and last name and set a profile picture if needed.

Once downloaded and installed, click on START MESSAGING to start using it, sign in using your phone number.Ĭlick NEXT after entering the phone number.

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