The feature is currently available for iOS users.
WhatsApp has introduced a new feature that allows users to scan documents directly within the app before sending them. Previously, users had to photograph documents, use a dedicated scanning app, or rely on their phone's camera feature (if available) to scan files for sharing.WhatsApp now offers a dedicated "scan document" option when users choose to upload or select documents to send.The feature is currently available for iOS users on WhatsApp for iOS version 24.25.89, as reported by WaBetaInfo outlet.Users in India have started getting access to this feature, although it has not yet been rolled out to all Android users or WhatsApp Business accounts.
The document scanning function ensures that the final image is brighter and clearer, improving the legibility of text and signatures, which can sometimes come out unclear or poorly when photographed.
Earlier WhatsApp introduced a new feature that allows users to manage chat message animations including emojis, stickers and GIFs.
According to WABetaInfo, the feature will prevent users from turning off autoplay, keeping animated emojis still, and animated stickers and GIFs from moving unless they interact with them.
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This update is aimed at users who find excessive animations annoying. This feature is still under development and will hopefully be available in future updates. Additionally, WhatsApp is working on a feature that allows users to directly access human chat support through the web client. This feature will enable users to get real-time assistance from human representatives instead of relying on automated systems.