WhatsApp introduces screen-sharing on video calls

WhatsApp on Tuesday introduced screen sharing and landscape mode on video calls, as part of its latest features to enhance the video calling experience.

Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg announced the new feature through a Facebook post and on his Instagram channel. It will allow users to share documents, photos, and even their shopping cart with contacts on video calls.

The feature was released for some beta testers on Android in late May. It can be accessed by tapping or clicking the ‘Share’ icon.


"You can initiate screen sharing by clicking on the ‘Share’ Icon and choosing between sharing a specific application or sharing the entire screen," WhatsApp said in a statement.

This is similar to how screen sharing works on other video conferencing.

WhatsApp added that users can now also enjoy video calls in landscape mode for a wider and more immersive viewing and sharing experience on their phone.