WhatsApp Update: How to Use Screen Sharing Feature

WhatsApp has introduced a new screen sharing feature for video calls.

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The feature is available for both Android and iOS users.

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To use the feature, users need to start a video call and tap on the screen sharing icon.

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Users can choose to share their entire screen or a specific app.

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The feature is useful for sharing presentations, photos, and videos during video calls.

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The screen sharing feature is encrypted end-to-end for privacy and security.

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Users can also control who can share their screen during a call.

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The feature is available for both individual and group video calls.

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The screen sharing feature is part of WhatsApp's efforts to improve its video calling capabilities.

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WhatsApp has seen a surge in video calls during the COVID-19 pandemic.

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