WhatsApp is making document sharing easier. The latest Android beta introduces a new feature: a built-in document scanner. This tool allows users to scan papers directly through their phone’s camera without using extra apps.
This update means you can now capture, convert, and send documents in one step. The feature was spotted in an earlier beta, but now it’s becoming available to more users with the newest update. Some users running WhatsApp beta version 2.25.19.21 have already seen the scanner appear. The rollout is gradual, and more testers will get access through the Google Play Store.
WhatsApp Rolls Out Built-In Document Scanner
Using the scanner is straightforward. To share a document, tap the “Scan document” option, and your camera will open. You’ll see a live preview to help you position the paper before taking the photo.
The scanner works for everyone, with two options available. Manual mode lets you control when to snap the picture, ideal if you want to adjust or improve the shot. Automatic mode detects the paper’s edges and captures the image on its own. This is helpful when you need to scan and don’t want to hassle with settings.
Once you take the photo, WhatsApp automatically converts it into a PDF. No extra steps are needed to change the format. You can send the file immediately in a chat or group. The entire process happens right on your phone, using Android’s built-in tools, so it runs smoothly.
Your scanned documents are stored safely. They stay on your device until you send them. WhatsApp encrypts files end-to-end, so only you and the receiver see the content. Privacy remains protected, just like with other messages and files.
This new scanner could save many users time. Instead of switching between third-party apps, everything can be done within WhatsApp. It simplifies the process of sharing receipts, papers, or forms.
For now, the feature is limited to some beta testers. If testing goes well, WhatsApp plans to roll it out widely soon. Over the next few weeks, more users should get access. If you want to try it early, update to the latest WhatsApp beta for Android and see if it’s available.
WhatsApp aims to make document sharing simple. With this new feature, the app adds a handy tool for millions around the world. It shows how WhatsApp keeps improving small features to make sharing easier for everyone.
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