{"id":132,"date":"2019-11-14T20:08:00","date_gmt":"2019-11-14T19:08:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.duchinese.net\/blog-wp\/2019\/11\/14\/62-how-to-use-wechat-an-introduction-for-beginnners\/"},"modified":"2019-11-14T20:08:00","modified_gmt":"2019-11-14T19:08:00","slug":"62-how-to-use-wechat-an-introduction-for-beginnners","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/duchinese.net\/blog\/2019\/11\/14\/62-how-to-use-wechat-an-introduction-for-beginnners\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Use WeChat: An Introduction for Beginnners"},"content":{"rendered":"

Wechat is now indisputably the most popular communication tool in China owing to its user-friendly functions including voice messaging, video chat and even ordering food. You\u2019ll be able to send instant messages simply by adding a person as your friend on WeChat, irrespective of whether he or she is in China or not.<\/span><\/p>\n

WeChat functions are constantly being optimized to allow its users to do almost everything with only a few clicks. For example, you\u2019ll be able to top up your mobile phone, pay your electricity and water bills, and order food with the help of WeChat. If WeChat is something new to you, we are here to give you a brief introduction on some of its most popular functions.<\/span><\/p>\n

Add friends on WeChat:<\/span><\/h2>\n

If you would like to start chatting with a person on WeChat, the first thing you need to do is add this person to your WeChat friend list. Just like other communication apps, you\u2019ll only need to follow a couple of simple steps and everything will be done within a few seconds. In general, there are two ways to add a person on Wechat. You can choose to search for this person\u2019s WeChat ID or phone number, or scan this person\u2019s QR code, and then click on \u201cAdd\u201d after this person\u2019s homepage appears on the screen. You\u2019ll be able to start chatting with him or her right after your friend request has been accepted. <\/span><\/p>\n

Send a message or\u2026.?<\/span><\/h2>\n

If you think sending messages is the only way you can communicate with your friends on WeChat, I\u2019m afraid you\u2019re wrong. Sending messages is now considered to be one of the most basic functions for most communication apps, which means in addition to sending text messages, you can also voice or video call your friends on WeChat without being charged a single penny. <\/span><\/p>\n

Transfer money<\/span><\/h2>\n

In China, it\u2019s a tradition to give out \u201c\u7ea2\u5305 (h\u00f3ng b\u0101o) = red packet\u201d on special occasions such as weddings or birthdays, and it can be easily done on WeChat if your bank account is linked to your WeChat. All you need to do is to click on \u201c+\u201d at the bottom, and then choose \u201cRed Packet\u201d. After that, you will be asked to enter the amount of money that you would like to send and a few words of good wishes. Finally, click on \u201cPrepare Red Packet\u201d, and your money will be received by the other party after he or she agrees to accept it. <\/span><\/p>\n

Send location<\/span><\/h2>\n

Imagine you and your friends decide to meet up on a gorgeous Sunday afternoon, but some of your friends have problem finding the gathering place. Again it\u2019s very easy to help them out on WeChat. You\u2019ll only need to click on \u201cLocation\u201d under the \u201c+\u201d category and enter the address in \u201cSearch for a place\u201d. After everything\u2019s been done, click on \u201cSend\u201d at the top and a map with your location will be received by your friends instantly.   <\/span><\/p>\n

WeChat Moments<\/span><\/h2>\n

Nowadays young people in China are addicted to posting interesting photos and videos on WeChat to share funny moments with their friends, which has made browsing WeChat moments something that Chinese people must do every day. What is thought to be enchanting about WeChat moments is that it allows its users to post whatever images and texts they want on their mobile phones and let friends from their contact list view the contents. Well, if you would like to do that, simply go to \u201cMoments\u201d, and then click on the camera sign. You\u2019ll then be asked to take a photo or choose a photo from your album. You can enter a few words as a comment and add a couple of emojies after choosing your photos. Finally, click \u201cSend\u201d and you\u2019ll be able to share your post with your friends. <\/span><\/p>\n

Top up your mobile phone<\/span><\/h2>\n

When your phone account balance is not enough, you can top up your mobile phone on WeChat within a few seconds given that your bank account is linked to your WeChat. What you need to do is click on \u201cMe\u201d at the bottom, and then choose WeChat Pay, and you\u2019ll see quite a few choices on your screen after that. The only thing left is to click on \u201cMobile Top Up\u201d and select the amount to be topped up.<\/span><\/p>\n

Order food<\/span><\/h2>\n

Food delivery has been gaining popularity across China because it\u2019s quick and convenient. Instead of calling the restaurant to order dishes and pay by cash after they arrive, Chinese people now can have everything done on WeChat. If you have a clear idea what type of food that you want to order, go to \u201cMe\u201c and click on \u201cFood Delivery\u201d, and then enter the name of the food that you are looking for. A list of dishes with pictures plus restaurant information will then pop up on the screen. Choose the one that you like and then click on \u201cGo Pay\u201d, all you need to do next is enter your address and confirm your payment. <\/span><\/p>\n

Author: This blog is provided by Ivan Suchkov, an English and Russian-speaking language specialist at <\/span>
\n That\u2019s Mandarin Chinese Language School<\/span><\/a>. Ivan grew up in China and has a profound understanding of Chinese and Russian cultures.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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