New Delhi: WhatsApp has launched a new desktop app for Windows. It has been designed to run optimally on desktop operating systems. Earlier, users were able to use WhatsApp on desktop-laptop only through the web-based app on Mac and Windows.
The company said that with this app, users will continue to get notifications and messages even when the smartphone is offline. However, the login process will remain the same as that of the WhatsApp web i.e. the user will have to log in to the new app only after scanning the QR code from the phone. The company claims that the new app will increase reliability and speed.
Can downloaded from Microsoft Store
The company said that WhatsApp’s original desktop app for Mac users is currently in the development phase. Currently, only the beta version of the app is available. It can be downloaded through Microsoft’s website. To download the new WhatsApp Desktop App on the Windows operating system, you need to visit the Microsoft Store. Here you will search by typing WhatsApp, then the new WhatsApp Desktop App will come in front of you. After downloading it you can install it.
Will get better performance and speed
WhatsApp said that its new native desktop app has been designed for the Windows operating system. This will give better performance and speed to the users than before. Along with this, users will be able to take advantage of multi-device support on this app as before. This means that even after the phone is offline, you will continue to get notifications and messages on the desktop.
How to use
When you start the app, you will see a QR code on your desktop. You have to open WhatsApp on your phone and go to Settings and tap on the Linked Devices option. After this, you will get the option to add a new device. As soon as you tap it, the scanner will open on the phone. Now you have to connect to the app by scanning the QR code present on the computer screen.
After this process is completed, your WhatsApp account will be set up on the desktop. Now even if your phone is turned off, you will be able to receive and send new messages on the desktop app. You will also be able to make video and audio calls through this app.
