Earlier this year, we learned that WhatsApp was working on a new QR code feature to make accessing channels super easy. Now, it looks like the world's most popular messaging app is bringing the feature to life
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A recent report reveals that the latest beta version for Android, version 2.24.25.7, introduces a new feature that allows WhatsApp users to scan QR codes to view and follow channels.
In the latest beta, WhatsApp users can try out the new feature of sharing channels via QR codes. If you are one of the users who already has access, getting the QR code for a channel is easy:
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- Just open the channel.
- Tap on the sharing options in the top bar.
- Select the QR code option.
Once created, you can easily invite others to follow the channel with a quick swipe. The feature will roll out to more users in the coming weeks.
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With this new WhatsApp feature, instead of having to deal with copying links and sending them via messages or emails, you can simply present a QR code on your screen and let others scan it. This works great in face-to-face situations where people can quickly scan and skip all the extra steps. Once scanned, the code takes them straight to the channel, where they can check out the content and follow it with a single tap. QR codes are a smoother way to share not just channels but everything compared to “old school” links.
Source: phonearena
