This is the main reason that you are able to view images, profile pictures, etc. Most probably, you will find similar results as shown in the screenshot. If you can’t find the WhatsApp folder, then search for it in your PC. When you are using WhatsApp via its official desktop app, then you can find the cached files and logs at this directory: “ C:\Users\\AppData\Local\Packages\5319275A.WhatsAppDesktop_cv1g1gvanyjgm\LocalCache\Roaming”
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