Want to impress your friends and family with high-resolution photos and crisp videos on WhatsApp? The messaging app actually compresses media by default to save space, resulting in less than stunning images and footage. But with this simple trick, you can share media in full, high-quality glory.
How to Share Stunning Photos and Video
First, make sure you have the latest version of WhatsApp Messenger installed on your phone. This will allow you to send photos and videos without WhatsApp compressing them.
Next, capture some amazing photos or videos on your phone’s camera. For the best results, use the rear camera on your phone since it typically has a higher resolution. Frame your shots carefully and hold the camera steady for the video.
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When you’re ready to share, open WhatsApp and go to the chat where you want to send the media. Tap the photo or video icon to attach your files. Your full-resolution media will now upload and send without quality loss.
The recipients will need the latest WhatsApp version as well to view the high-quality images and footage. But once they do, they’ll be blown away by the stunning shots and crisp video you’re able to share using this trick. Your friends and family around the globe will feel like they’re right there with you, experiencing these moments in vivid detail.
Compress Photos Before Sending in WhatsApp
To send high quality photos and videos in WhatsApp without losing quality, you’ll need to compress them first. WhatsApp has a maximum file size for media, so larger files will automatically be compressed when you send them, reducing quality.
The best way to prevent quality loss is to compress your media before sending it. There are free photo compression apps you can download that will shrink your file sizes while optimizing quality.
Once you’ve compressed your media, sending through WhatsApp will not reduce quality further. Your recipients will enjoy your high-resolution memories as much as you do! With a little advance planning, you can outsmart WhatsApp’s limits and share your favorite photos and videos without worry. Give one of these handy photo compression apps a try next time you want to send media in WhatsApp.
Send Videos in WhatsApp Using Optimal Settings
To send high-quality photos and videos in WhatsApp without significant compression, you’ll want to adjust a few settings.
- Use Wi-Fi instead of Mobile Data
When connected to Wi-Fi instead of mobile data, WhatsApp is able to send higher-resolution media without downsizing the file. Connect your phone to a Wi-Fi network before sending photos or videos for the best quality.
- Send Longer Videos
In the WhatsApp camera, tap the icon to switch to video mode. By default, WhatsApp limits video recordings to just 15 seconds. To capture longer, higher quality videos, tap the menu icon (three dots) in the top right and select camera instead of WhatsApp camera. This allows you to record video up to MB in size that won’t be compressed when sent.
- Consider File Sharing Instead
For extremely high-resolution photos or longer videos, using WhatsApp’s file-sharing feature instead of sending through the chat may yield better results. Tap the attach icon, select “Document” and choose the photo, video or other media file you want to share. WhatsApp will upload the file to their servers without compressing or resizing it. Your recipient can then download the full, original file to their device.
By optimizing these options, the media you share on WhatsApp will be sent and received with the highest quality and least amount of compression possible. Your friends and family will surely appreciate the difference!