A half swipe is a trick. It lets you read a message on Snapchat without the other person knowing. The message stays marked as “unread” on their end.

It’s like peeking into a book without opening the full page. You can see part of the message, but Snapchat won’t show that you read it.

This is helpful if you want to know what someone said but need more time to reply.

Does the Half Swipe Trick Still Work?

Yes, the half swipe still works for many users in 2025. But it might not work for everyone. Snapchat updates its app often. Sometimes, those updates block the trick.

So, it depends on:

• Your phone (iPhone or Android)
• Your app version
• Whether Snapchat has fixed it in your update

Some users say the trick stopped working after updates. So check your version before you try.

How to Half Swipe on Snapchat (Step-by-Step Guide)

Here’s how to do the half swipe safely:

1. Open Snapchat. Go to the Chat screen.
2. Find the chat with the message you want to read.
3. Press and hold the person’s Bitmoji (the small icon on the left).
4. Slowly swipe right—just enough to peek at the message.
5. Do not lift your finger! Slide back to the left to close it.

Done right, the message won’t show as opened.

✅ Tip: Practice a few times to get the motion right. It takes a gentle touch!

Why Use Half Swipe?

People use this trick for many reasons:

• To avoid pressure to reply right away
• To read messages secretly
• To stay private

It’s a smart way to check messages without starting a full chat.

Tips to Half Swipe Without Getting Caught

• Swipe slowly. If you go too far, Snapchat will open the full message.
• Don’t lift your finger until you return to the start.
• Only try this with text messages. It doesn’t work well with photos or videos.
• Test it first. Try it with a friend before using it in a real chat.

Common Mistakes to Avoid

• Swiping too far. This will mark the message as read.
• Using it on pictures or videos. These open faster and are hard to half swipe.
• Lifting your finger too soon. This completes the action, and the sender will know.

FAQs About Half Swiping

Final Thoughts

The half swipe is a fun and useful trick. It lets you read messages without letting the sender know. In 2025, the trick still works for many users. But you need to be careful and gentle. Practice it first, and always test after an app update.