WhatsApp last week launched the ability to make calls on its Mac app version. For those who rely on WhatsApp to communicate with family members, colleagues and friends, it is now easier than ever to do so. Here’s how to make a service call with a Mac.
Before anything else, make sure of these three things:
- You must have the most recent version of the WhatsApp application on your Mac
- Your Mac must be running macOS 10.13 High Sierra or newer
- You will need an audio output device, microphone, and camera connected to your Mac for calls. Video calls are not supported on devices without a camera
WhatsApp suggests headphones for the best audio quality. You can use AirPods or any headset you have at home.
Make a video or audio call
- Open the individual chat with the contact you want to call
- Click it Video call icon in the upper right corner of the screen
During the call, you can turn your microphone off or on by clicking on the microphone icon or turn your camera off or on by clicking on the camera icon. To end a call, click on “End” the call.
Switch between voice and video calls
During a voice call with a contact, you can request to switch to a video call. The voice contact you call can choose to click “OK” or “Change” to switch the call or “Cancel” to decline.
- Hover over the camera icon during the call
- Click on the Camera icon
- The voice call will switch to a video call if your contact accepts the switch
Remember that at this time you can only make audio or video calls with one contact. WhatsApp strives to provide the best experience with this new feature on the Mac app, but it has promised to release an updated version with the ability to make group calls.
Remember that all calls and messages sent on WhatsApp have end-to-end encryption.
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