WhatsApp, by default, reduces the quality of photos and videos to save space, speed up websites, and reduce data usage. However, in situations where the quality of the transmission media is critical, the software offers the option of high definition (HD) transmission. This tutorial walks you step-by-step on how to set up this feature.
Whatsapp/Credit: Shutterstock (reproduction) Advantages and disadvantages of streaming in HD There are advantages and disadvantages to streaming media in high definition (HD).
Among the main benefits is the superior quality of images and videos, which remain sharper and richer in details after transmission. This is especially useful for those who use WhatsApp professionally, such as designers, photographers or businesses.
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Finally, HD files take up more storage space, both for those who send them and those who receive them, which can be a problem for devices with limited memory.
Walkthrough: Getting Started with HD Media Streaming
Access settings Open your WhatsApp account, click on the three dots in the top right corner of the screen and select Settings.
Under Data Storage Settings, look for the Storage and Data option.
Media Quality In the Storage and Data menu, locate the Media Quality option, located approximately in the middle of the screen. Here you have the options: Standard, which uses lower resolution files; High definition, where transmission is slower and the file can be up to 6 times larger than standard.
Note: If you wish to return to the default option, simply repeat the procedure and select the default.
About the quality and limitations of WhatsApp files WhatsApp imposes some limitations on sending high-quality files, depending on internet speed.
For faster connections, the maximum video size is 100 MB and the resolution is 720p. For long connections, the limit is 64 MB, with 480p resolution. The maximum length of videos in status is 30 seconds. Whatsapp/Credit: Shutterstock (reproduction) Important: It is currently not possible to use high definition media in status updates or profile photos.
To ensure that the HD extension works correctly, you must update the software. Check the app store for available updates for WhatsApp.