WhatsApp to soon allow Windows users to share screen during video calls: how to use
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- 13 Jun 2023
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WhatsApp, the popular messaging application, is continually working on enhancing the user experience through updates. The latest news reveals that WhatsApp is developing new features specifically for Microsoft Windows. Among these upcoming features, screen sharing during video calls stands out as one of the most anticipated ones. This new addition will enable Windows users to share their screens while engaging in WhatsApp video calls.
WABetaInfo, a reputable source for WhatsApp updates, reports that the messaging app is currently testing the screen-sharing option for video calls, similar to the existing functionalities in Microsoft Teams and Google Meet. The latest update, version 2.2322.1.0, is now available on the Microsoft Store and compatible with this forthcoming feature.
Beta testers of WhatsApp for Windows have the opportunity to experiment and test this new feature during their video calls by utilizing the screen-sharing option. With this option, the host can display the content on their screen to others, enhancing the collaborative aspect of video communication.
Previously, this update was announced to be available in the beta version of WhatsApp for Android, specifically in the 2.23.11.19 update. After successful beta testing, the feature will be gradually rolled out to a wider audience through future updates.
Instructions for using the screen-sharing feature on WhatsApp have been shared by WABetaInfo, providing a glimpse of how it will work. Once the feature becomes available, users will be able to share their screen's content by selecting the corresponding option from the video call control panel. After selecting the option, users will be prompted to choose between sharing a specific window or their entire screen with all participants in the video call.
It's important to note that this feature only allows users to share their screen with others if they initiate the video call using the Windows app, including participants who are connected via mobile devices. WABetaInfo also mentions that WhatsApp will have access to all the visible information on the screen or played from the device while using the screen-sharing feature. This includes sensitive information like passwords, payment details, messages, photos, and audio. To address privacy concerns, WhatsApp grants users full control over the screen-sharing feature, enabling them to stop sharing the screen at any time during the call by clicking the "Stop Sharing Screen" button.
In addition to the screen-sharing feature, WhatsApp Beta is introducing the new "edit message" feature. This functionality allows users to edit their messages, offering the ability to correct any typos or add missing content to their original message. The compatible update for this feature is marked as Windows version 2.2322.1.0. Users will find an "Edit" option within the message menu, allowing them to modify their text messages. However, editing permission is limited to 15 minutes after sending the message.
WhatsApp is also introducing new features for its Android users. The main window layout has been redesigned, with the chats, calls, communities, and status tabs now located at the bottom of the page. Another notable addition is the Chat Lock feature, enabling users to apply a fingerprint lock to their most private conversations, ensuring that no one else can access them. WearOS support has been extended to smartwatches, enabling users of devices like the Fossil Gen 6 and Galaxy Watch 5 Pro to access the WhatsApp app directly from their watches. Android users can now save important messages for later by utilizing the disappearing messages feature. Additionally, WhatsApp has introduced new text overlay tools for Status, including updated fonts and background colors. Notably, GIFs will now play automatically in WhatsApp chats without the need for manual tapping.
