WhatsApp has added the option to scan documents in the app itself. However, it comes with a catch. This feature is exclusive to iPhone users. While Android users can send documents via WhatsApp, they still rely on using their native camera app or third-party scanner apps to scan the documents. Here’s a step-by-step tutorial for using WhatsApp’s built-in scanner on your iPhone.
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Can’t see the option to scan documents?
If you can’t access WhatsApp’s built-in scanner, it could be due to one of the following reasons.
- You are using WhatsApp on a desktop or an Android device
- The WhatsApp app on your iPhone is not updated to its latest version
- WhatsApp hasn’t rolled out this feature for your device yet
- This feature is not available in your region
- WhatsApp’s app cache is corrupted
- Your iPhone’s iOS version does not support this feature
Scan and send documents on WhatsApp on iPhone
Step 1: Launch WhatsApp Messenger on your iPhone and open a chat.
Step 2: Tap the plus icon in the bottom right corner of the screen.
Step 3: Tap the document icon.
Step 4: Select Scan Document.
Step 5: Scan the document using your iPhone’s camera.
Step 6: Hit Save.
Step 7: The document will be saved as a PDF.
Step 8: Add a caption to the file and hit the green icon to send it.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Can you scan a document using WhatsApp?
Yes, you can scan a document using WhatsApp. However, this feature is only available on the iOS version of the app.
Can I scan a document using WhatsApp on my Android phone?
No, Android users cannot scan documents using WhatsApp yet. This feature is exclusively available on the iPhone app.
How do I scan a document using WhatsApp?
Open a chat, tap the plus icon, select Document>Scan Document, point your phone at the document and scan it. Hit ‘Save’ and send it in the chat.
How do I send a document on WhatsApp’s Android app?
While Android users can’t scan documents using WhatsApp, they can send documents and files to other users on the platform. Open a chat, hit the attachment icon, tap on Document, select a file from the gallery, and hit Send.
How do I scan a document on my Android phone?
Launch the native camera on your Android phone, go to ‘More’, and select Text/Document scanner. Point the camera at the document and hit the shutter icon to scan it. Alternatively, you can use apps like CamScanner, Adobe Scan, and Microsoft Lens to scan any document using your Android phone.
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Final Thoughts
This is how you can scan and send documents using WhatsApp on your iPhone. If you don’t want WhatsApp to compress your pictures, send them as documents. If you have any questions, let us know in the comments!
