Unable to share video on WhatsApp for Android? This annoying bug may be the cause

WhatsApp users on Android are facing a frustrating issue with the latest versions of the messaging app, as a bug appears to have hindered the ability to send video files directly from their device. The problem first came to light through a wave of complaints on Reddit, where users reported difficulties sending videos via WhatsApp on their Android phones.

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experiencing confusion

When attempting to send video files in the last 24 hours, an annoying pop-up message consistently appears, stating: “Can’t send this video. Choose a different video and try again.” According to the report, this message only comes up after attempting to process a video file within WhatsApp, while other file types, such as photos, remain unaffected.9to5google,

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Experiencing local video upload bottlenecks

According to sources, videos shot or downloaded locally on Android devices face hiccups during the upload process within WhatsApp messenger. Surprisingly, even videos downloaded directly to the device storage from the Instagram app on Android could not be sent to WhatsApp contacts.

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Interestingly, videos shot on iPhone or received from iPhone users within WhatsApp appear to escape this bug. This difference suggests that this issue is exclusive to Android devices.

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Inconsistent effects across devices

Although this bug is not universal across all Android devices, it appears to affect some models including the Galaxy S series. The problem may be associated with the latest WhatsApp update, specifically version v2.24.9.34, which our test units were running on. Reports also indicate that the bug is present in the latest WhatsApp beta update.

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Temporary Fix: Downgrade WhatsApp Version

As a temporary solution, users can roll back to WhatsApp version 2.24.8.85, which allows them to resume sending video messages. However, the extent of the issue’s impact and whether it affects devices randomly is unclear. As users wait for a permanent fix, it highlights the importance of regular updates and bug fixes in maintaining the functionality of popular messaging apps like WhatsApp.

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