WhatsApp introduces screen-sharing for video calls
Mark Zuckerberg, the founder of Meta, says the company has introduced a new WhatsApp feature with the ability to share screens during video calls.
AT3 Resources, a consulting firm managing Meta in Nigeria, said Mr Zuckerberg announced this on his Facebook page on Tuesday.
It said the latest update allowed users to share their screens in real-time during conversations.
According to Meta, users can choose between sharing a specific application or their entire screen by clicking on the designated’ Share’ icon.
It said this function opened up various possibilities, from collaborating on work documents to browsing through photos with family, planning trips, shopping online with friends, or providing technical assistance to grandparents.
It said the screen-sharing adds a dynamic dimension to calls, which enables users to provide a live view of their screen content during conversations.
“This feature is particularly useful for both personal and professional scenarios. Also, WhatsApp users can now enjoy video calls in landscape mode on smartphones,” the company said.
“This enhancement offers a wider and more immersive viewing and sharing experience during video calls,” it added.
The platform initially introduced video calls for its users in November 2016.
Since then, the platform has consistently added features to enhance the user experience and meet evolving communication needs.
In addition, WhatsApp is rolling out message editing support for media with captions on iOS devices.
This feature allows users to edit messages that include media, offering greater control over their communication.
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