WhatsApp has rolled out a new capability that lets users broadcast their device screen during video calls, a feature confirmed by tech outlets and demonstrated to a wide audience. This addition marks a notable enhancement to how conversations on the platform can unfold, giving participants a direct view of whatever is being shown in real time.
The feature is already visible to users on both Android and iOS devices. On Android, the process involves initiating a video call, tapping the screen share control located beside the call controls, and confirming the selection to begin sharing. iPhone users will encounter a similar flow, with the option presented during a live call and activated by a straightforward confirmation. The design emphasizes a smooth, on‑the‑fly sharing experience without interrupting the call flow.
Rollout progress is incremental, meaning some users may see the new option sooner than others. Over time, the capability is expected to become available to all Android and iOS users, ensuring a uniform experience across devices. In a subsequent phase, the company plans to extend screen sharing to WhatsApp users on Windows as well, broadening the ecosystem beyond mobile devices.
Screen sharing for video calls is not unique to WhatsApp. Similar functionality has appeared for years in other popular platforms such as Telegram, Zoom, and Apple’s FaceTime, which means users already have a familiar pattern for collaborating or presenting information in real time during calls.
WhatsApp remains highly popular, with more than 2 billion users across over 180 countries. The app supports multiple devices including smartphones, tablets, laptops, and desktop computers, and it remains accessible through a web interface as well. The addition of screen sharing complements this multi‑device approach by enabling more interactive and productive conversations, whether for work, education, or personal use.
There has been progress in feature parity across platforms, with past updates sometimes appearing on one operating system before another. In this case, reports indicate that iPhone users observed the feature alongside Android users, and the expectation is that all platforms will eventually see the same capability, creating a more consistent user experience across devices and ecosystems.