WhatsApp is about to introduce QR code feature for easier channel sharing and promotion
WhatsApp is working on expanding its Channels feature to make it easier for users to promote and share their content. Launched a little over a year ago, Channels allows users to broadcast information to a wide audience. Initially aimed at celebrities and big brands, the feature was later opened to everyone, allowing users to create and manage their own channels. While WhatsApp users can currently share their channels using links, the platform is now adding more advanced sharing options, including the ability to generate QR codes.
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WhatsApp Beta testers have access to QR codes
According to a report from WABetaInfo, beta testers have started receiving access to the new QR code generator in WhatsApp beta version 2.24.25.7 for Android. While the feature was spotted in a previous beta version (2.24.22.20) last month, it wasn’t available to many testers at the time. However, the feature is now being rolled out to a larger user base.
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Although some users, including the writer of the report, still do not see the QR code option in the latest beta version (v2.24.25.12), its continued development suggests that it may soon be available. released in stable version. The feature was also seen in the iOS beta version of WhatsApp, suggesting that it may be available to all users in the near future. The exact timeline for the feature’s release remains unclear, but its arrival appears imminent.
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Recent WhatsApp update
In addition to improvements to the Channel sharing feature, recent WhatsApp beta updates have also focused on enhancing media sharing. The recent beta introduced a new Gallery option in the chat text box, replacing the Camera shortcut. Another update further improved this feature by adding both Camera and Gallery shortcuts. The stable version of WhatsApp has also introduced new tools like the Lists feature, which helps users organize chats with custom presets and filters. This month, WhatsApp also launched a voice transcription feature, marking a busy period for the app.
