WhatsApp to get new feature to set all media uploads to HD quality: Report

WhatsApp for Android has reportedly launched a new feature that will make the process of sending high-quality images and videos easier than it is currently. The new feature is said to add a settings option that allows users to choose whether they want to send media in HD or standard quality. Once selected, the application will automatically use this preference for all future media uploads. Notably, WhatsApp recently launched a feature that allows users to pin up to three messages in individual and group chats.

The new feature is spot Provided by WhatsApp update tracker WABetaInfo in WhatsApp beta version 2.24.7.17 for Android. The Android beta started rolling out to testers on Monday through the Google Play Beta program.The new update reportedly enables users to set the upload quality of images and videos directly by set upno need to repeat the process every time you upload new media.

Media upload quality settings reported by WhatsApp
Image source: WABetaInfo

In the screenshot shared in the report, a new environment Options can be found in storage and data menu.The title of this new settings option is Media upload quality It reportedly contains two options standard quality and HD quality. Once the user selects an option, future uploads will follow that preference.

The messaging platform launched HD photo sharing in August 2023 and added support for high-resolution videos soon after. But currently, users must manually choose whether to send the media in HD or standard quality every time they send photos or videos. Fine control is helpful for those who generally prefer to send standard files and only occasionally share high-definition images and videos. However, this becomes an unnecessary step for those who just want to stick with one of the options.

According to reports, an upcoming update for WhatsApp will resolve this issue. According to reports, the preview screen option for changing quality is still available, however, it is now set to the preference selected in settings. The feature is reportedly available for Android, but has not yet been confirmed for iOS or the desktop app. It should be noted that none of the current options allow users to send media at its native resolution, especially large files. To do this, users must share it as a document.