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WhatsApp video calls to get this Google Meet-like feature soon!

WhatsApp is expected to roll out a screen-sharing feature just like Google Meet soon. Here is how it will work.

By: HT TECH
| Updated on: May 28 2023, 08:21 IST
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1/5 Why does WhatsApp compress pictures while sharing it? This happens because in the Settings of the application the photo upload quality is set on auto by default, and therefore, the quality of the image while sharing depends on several factors like the internet connection, size of the image, and more. The app therefore, looks to downsize the image, which affects its quality. (PTI)
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2/5 How to send the best quality photo on WhatsApp: Open WhatsApp on your iPhone or Android device and click on the three dots to go to WhatsApp Settings. From Settings you will have to select Storage and Data. After that you will have to tap on the Photo upload quality and select the Best Quality option and then click on Ok. (REUTERS)
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3/5 Meanwhile, you can also check the steps to send photos and videos on WhatsApp here: Go to WhatsApp and open an individual or group chat where you want to send the photo or video. Click on the Attach icon, then follow the steps mentioned below: (PTI)
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4/5 On an Android device, click on the gallery to select an existing photo or video from your phone. Tap and hold to select multiple images. You can also add captions to photos and videos. Swipe between photos to add captions to each one and finally click on the send icon. (REUTERS)
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5/5 While iPhone users will have to click on the plus icon and then select Photo and Video Library to select a photo or video from your iPhone's photos or albums. After selecting a photo or video, tap Add at the bottom left to select multiple photos or videos at once. (Pixabay)
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WhatsApp beta users have just got a screen-sharing feature. (Pexels)

WhatsApp is no more just an instant messaging app that it started out as! Over a period of time, with the addition of several major updates and features, WhatsApp has emerged as a multi-purpose communication app. Whether it is about video calling, introducing Meta avatars, sharing stickers, ensuring privacy and security, status sharing, and much more, the app has taken big steps to raise its profile. WhatsApp is now taking another step by rolling out a screen-sharing feature during video calls just like Zoom, Google Meet, Microsoft Teams, and other video-sharing platforms. As per the WhatsApp feature tracker WABetaInfo, the new screen-sharing feature has been observed in the beta version 2.23.11.19 for Android.

How does it work? When WhatsApp users are on a video call, they will be able to tap a button to show their screen to other members on the call. Know all about this upcoming WhatsApp screen-sharing feature.

WhatsApp screen-sharing

The screen-sharing feature is represented by an icon featuring an arrow on a rectangular screen. According to WABetaInfo, a familiar Android recording popup will appear once you tap on the icon to seek your consent. Screenshots shared by WABetaInfo indicate that a message will thereafter appear, notifying you that screen sharing has begun.

Once you opt to share your screen, everything visible on your display will be recorded and transmitted to the intended recipient. It is important to note that this feature might not be accessible on older Android versions. Also, recipients using outdated versions of WhatsApp may not be able to view the contents of your screen. Also, screen sharing may not function in the case of extensive group calls, the report added.

However, you can maintain complete control over this feature. Even though your screen content is continuously transmitted during the video call, you have the ability to end the screen-sharing at any given moment.

When will WhatsApp users get screen-sharing

A select group of beta testers now have access to this feature. However, you may have to wait for a few weeks, WABetaInfo report added.

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First Published Date: 28 May, 08:12 IST
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