WhatsApp Tips: How to Send HD Photos and Videos

WhatsApp has launched a new option that allows users to send photos and videos in high resolution through the messaging platform. Read on to find out how it's done.

WhatsApp has released an update that allows iPhone and Android users to send photos and videos in high resolution, finally addressing the service's low-quality media sharing limitations.

The option is called "HD Quality" and means users can send clearer photos and videos with minimal compression. For example, images captured on the iPhone can now be sent at 3024 x 4032 resolution instead of the previous maximum of 920 x 1280, while videos can be sent at 1280×718 resolution instead of 848×476.

Reception of HD Photos/Videos See the HD label in the corner of the image to indicate they have received a higher quality version, and all high-resolution media is protected by WhatsApp end-to-end encryption.

To access the feature, first update WhatsApp to the latest version and then follow the steps below. (Note: If you don’t see the HD option described below, the feature rollout isn’t live in your region yet.

1. In the chat thread, click the Camera button.
2. Select an image or video to send from the media library.
3. Click the HD button located at the top of the screen, to the left of the other image/video editing tools.
4. Select "HD Quality" in the pop-up window that appears, then tap "Done".
5. Click Send button.

According to Meta, if users have a low-bandwidth internet connection, they will receive standard quality photos and videos and can choose to keep standard version or upgrade it to HD where available.

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