: If you have a WhatsApp backup from early 2023, restoring it might recover the file.
If you are looking for this specific video to watch or edit, here is how you can locate it:
: Open your "Files" or "File Manager" app and search for the exact string VID-20221231-WA0316 . It is usually located in Internal Storage > Android > media > com.whatsapp > WhatsApp > Media > WhatsApp Video .
: A unique serial number assigned by the app for that day. How to Find or "Complete" the Video
: Check Google Photos or iCloud for that specific date to see if the file was backed up. Troubleshooting "File Not Found"
If you see this filename but the video won't play or says it's missing: