WhatsApp seems to be evolving with time, and now the social messaging map has added a new feature – video chats. The ability to send 60-second video messages is currently part of the beta version of WhatsApp, and we expect it to be available to more people in the coming weeks.
Here’s how to use WhatsApp to send video texts.
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As videos are the trendsetters nowadays, the use of video content has drastically increased in comparison with the previous year. Even Spotify is considering adding video content streaming to its service brochure. So, the major Social Media Platforms, Messaging Apps, and even websites are now bringing more and more video content compatibility. WhatsApp also introduced the ability to send quick video messages to users via the WhatsApp beta for Android 2.23.8.19 and Beta for iOS 23.6.0.73.
What are WhatsApp short video messages?
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With WhatsApp Beta version 2.23.8.19 on Android and WhatsApp Beta for iOS 23.6.0.73, WhatsApp added a feature to send short videos of up to 60 seconds. Following the ongoing trend, WhatsApp appears to be mainstreaming video chats instead of Audio snippets.
The feature is a bit different from the traditional recording and sending videos to contacts, the short video messages are limited to 60 seconds like the Audio messages that got introduced a couple of years ago. The feature eliminates the extra steps that the user had to follow earlier. Now, a single tap while chatting will allow you to send video messages to the users.
However, the feature is not available for all the best testers, it seems the feature is enabled with a server-side switch if you running the respective beta version of the app.
The users can check the feature with a single tap on the microphone icon that is present in individual chats while typing or conversing, if it changes to the video recording button, then the users can enjoy the short video messages feature.
Let’s see how you can send video messages on WhatsApp without wasting any more time.
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Steps to Send Video Messages on WhatsApp
If you’re a daily WhatsApp user, then the process will be Easy peasy. Make sure to follow all the steps carefully.
- First Update to WhatsApp Beta, and then Open the app.
- Now, Go to a chat where you want to send a video message.
- Tap on the mic icon present next to the chat box, if it changes to video recording, you can enjoy the Short Video Messages on WhatsApp.
- Tap and Hold the Video Recording button to keep recording, and swipe up to lock the recording. (Note: The process is quite similar to the Audio Messages. In addition, the users can also switch between from the rearview. The video is limited to 60 seconds, and a seek bar depicts the time around the shutter button.)
- After recording, the user can hit the send button or discard button to record again.
- That’s it!
We hope you enjoyed sending your first video messages to your near and dear ones.
How Short Video Messages Different from WhatsApp Videos
The ability to send videos over WhatsApp is present for ages, but the haphazard of numerous taps are some primary issues that barred users from using videos as messages. The latest feature removes these bottlenecks and makes video recording much more accessible for WhatsApp users. Below are some advantages of WhatsApp’s Short Video Messages that make it quite different from the usual WhatsApp Videos:
- WhatsApp Short Video messages are easily accessible by the side of the chat box.
- Ability to switch between front and rear cameras while recording the video.
- It solves the purpose of urgency which was not part of the pre-recorded videos.
- Short Video Messages enhance authenticity while messaging in real-time.
- Videos will remain end-to-end encrypted.
- Inability to forward video messages.
These are some capabilities of the short video messages that make it an exclusive feature in comparison with traditional video sharing.
Availability
The WhatsApp Short Video Messages feature is currently limited to beta testers. If the users would want to enjoy the feature they have to opt for the Beta version on their respective smartphones. However, the WhatsApp beta is available for iOS via the TestFight app, and WhatsApp Beta for Android program is also available on the Play Store.
All the beta users will receive the feature in the coming days.
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We hope the feature gets available for public users also in the coming near future. It looks quite a promising and useful feature considering today’s prevalence of video content around the globe.
FAQs
WhatsApp short video messages are a new feature introduced in the WhatsApp beta version 2.23.8.19 for Android and Beta for iOS 23.6.0.73. They allow users to send short videos of up to 60 seconds in length, similar to audio messages. The feature simplifies the process of recording and sending videos within the chat interface.
Accessibility: Short video messages are easily accessible next to the chat box.
Camera Switching: Users can switch between front and rear cameras while recording the video.
Urgency: Short video messages serve the purpose of conveying urgency, which was not possible with pre-recorded videos.
Real-time Authenticity: Short video messages enhance authenticity during real-time messaging.
End-to-End Encryption: Like other WhatsApp messages, short video messages are also end-to-end encrypted.
Inability to Forward: Unlike regular videos, short video messages cannot be forwarded.
Currently, the WhatsApp short video messages feature is limited to beta testers. If you want to enjoy this feature, you need to opt for the beta version of WhatsApp on your respective smartphone.
As of now, the length of WhatsApp short video messages is limited to 60 seconds. It’s uncertain if the length will change in the future, as WhatsApp continually updates its features based on user feedback and market trends.
