How to use whatsapp call on mac
How to make WhatsApp video and audio calls on Mac
WhatsApp finally adds video and voice calling features to the Mac app in its latest update. Now, you can call friends, family, and colleagues using the WhatsApp app on your Mac which was earlier limited to its mobile app. Let me quickly show you how to make WhatsApp video and audio calls on the Mac.
What you need to make WhatsApp calls on Mac
- Update the WhatsApp app. For this, open the Mac App Store and click Updates. You may also download the latest version from the official website or learn how to update Mac apps that are not downloaded from the App Store.
- Your Mac must be running macOS 10.13 High Sierra or later. If not, please update your Mac from System Preferences or the App Store.
- If your Mac does not have a microphone or camera, consider getting one.
Important points to know while WhatsApp calling on Mac
- As of now, you can not make group WhatsApp calls from Mac.
- You need the macOS WhatsApp app. Calling is not available in the web version of WhatsApp.
- Your phone must have an internet connection for WhatsApp video and voice calls to work on Mac.
- All WhatsApp calls made even from your Mac are end-to-end encrypted.
How to make WhatsApp video and voice call on your Mac
- Launch the updated WhatsApp app on Mac. Make sure you are logged in.
- Click a contact to open their conversation.
- Click the camcorder or phone icon to make a video or audio call. Important: Allow WhatsApp to access the microphone and camera when you see a popup.
WhatsApp call controls on Mac
When you make an audio WhatsApp call, you will see the call window at the top right. From here:
- To end the call: Click the red button.
- To mute: Click the microphone button.
- Choose input and output: Click three dots to change the camera, microphone, or audio output.
- Switch from the voice to video call: Click the camera icon. The other person will see a video call request on their screen. Once they accept, the audio call will turn to a video call.
I hope this guide was helpful. If you have any questions or thoughts, share them in the comment section below.
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How to make a WhatsApp audio/video call on the Mac
José Adorno
- Mar. 9th 2021 6:00 am PT
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WhatsApp launched last week the ability to make calls on its Mac app version. For those who rely on WhatsApp to communicate with family members, coworkers, and friends, it’s now easier than ever to do so. Here’s how to make a call on the service with a Mac.
Before anything else, make sure of these three things:
- You must have the most recent WhatsApp app version on your Mac
- Your Mac must be running macOS 10.
13 High Sierra or newer - You’ll need to have an audio output device, microphone, and camera connected to your Mac for calls. Video calling isn’t supported on devices without a camera
WhatsApp suggests a headset for the best audio quality. You can use the AirPods or any other headset you have at home.
Making a video or audio call
- Open the individual chat with the contact you’d like to call
- Click the Video Call icon on the right top corner of the screen
During the call, you can mute or unmute your microphone by clicking the microphone icon or turn your camera off or on by clicking the camera icon. To end a call, click “End” call.
Switching between voice and video calls
While on a voice call with a contact, you can request to switch to a video call. The contact you’re voice calling can choose to click “OK” or “Switch” to switch the call or “Cancel” to decline.
- Hover over the Camera icon during the call
- Click the Camera icon
- The voice call will switch to a video call if your contact accepts the switch
Remember that for now, you can only make audio or video calls with a single contact.
WhatsApp is working to deliver the best experience with this new function on the Mac app, but it has promised to release an updated version with the possibility to make group calls.
Remember that all calls and messages sent on WhatsApp have end-to-end encryption.
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How to make a WhatsApp call (video or audio) on Mac
In the spring of 2021, WhatsApp launched support for the ability to make voice and video calls in its desktop client for macOS. WhatsApp is one of the most popular instant messengers, many choose it to communicate with friends, family, colleagues. And with the addition of the ability to make voice and video calls using a client on their computer, users now have access to core WhatsApp features across all platforms.
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In our short guide, we'll show you how to easily make a voice or video call using the WhatsApp desktop client for macOS.
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WhatsApp for macOS
It should be noted right away that if the installed WhatsApp application on your Mac does not support calls, then the program needs to be updated. The download link for the latest version is below.
It is also important that you have the latest version of the WhatsApp desktop client installed on your Mac. The voice and video calling feature is only available on macOS 10.13 High Sierra or later. If you're running an older version of macOS, alas, you're out of luck. Video calls are only supported on Mac devices with a built-in or connected webcam. WhatsApp recommends using a headset for voice or video calls for the best call experience.
WhatsApp for macOS is available for free from the Mac App Store, but to use the desktop client on your computer, you'll need to sync using the WhatsApp web feature on your iPhone. To make voice or video calls from your Mac, your computer will need a permanent connection to your phone.
At the moment, in the desktop client, you cannot make group voice or video calls, you can only communicate with one person. Of course, these calls are also fully encrypted.
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How to make WhatApp calls on Mac?
Making a call on WhatsApp for Mac is not much different than making a call on a mobile device. Here's how to do it:
1. Launch the WhatsApp client for macOS and enter the chat.
2. There you can see the voice and video call buttons in the upper right corner of the window.
3. Click on the desired call option to make it. The recipient will see a notification on their mobile or desktop client with a button "Accept" or "End call" .
Actually, that's the whole instruction on how to call WhatsApp on Mac. Easy, isn't it? You can mute or unmute the microphone and turn off the camera during a call.
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Switch to video during a voice call on Mac
During a voice call, you can easily switch to a video call by simply pressing the camera button. To do this, hover over the camera icon, and then click on it to send a request to the second party. Your interlocutor can accept the request and switch to a video call.
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How to use WhatsApp audio/video calls on Mac
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How to use WhatsApp audio/video calls on Mac
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WhatsApp in the face of fierce competition is constantly working on the capabilities of its service.
The desktop (for PC and Mac) WhatsApp application also does not stand still and is gradually turning from a showcase product into a good communication software. In particular, now it can make and receive audio and video calls. The company assures that all calls use end-to-end encryption, so that third parties cannot listen to your communication.
If you're an active WhatsApp user and you're not ready to leave, but you haven't installed the Mac app yet, welcome. Now we'll tell you everything.
Install WhatsApp for Mac
Since Apple allows you to install software from third-party sources, Mac software developers very rarely list their products in the AppStore. However, WhatsApp can be found both in the Apple app store and on the messenger's official website - go to the download page and download the installation dmg image. WhatsApp supports macOS High Sierra or later.
When the file is ready, double-tap it and drag the WhatsApp icon to the folder next to it.
Wait for the copy process to finish. Ready! Messenger can be found in the Mac application list - in Launchpad or in the Applications folder in the Finder.
WhatsApp activation and making calls
Launch WhatsApp from the application list. You will see a welcome window that contains prompts for activation. Follow this guide to link your smartphone to your Mac.
After activation, you will immediately see all your chats and contacts in the WhatsApp window. For the application to work, there are several conditions:
- WhatsApp must be installed on the smartphone with a current account;
- The smartphone must be permanently connected to the Internet.
It's not very convenient, but it's a fact. Perhaps in the future, developers will make the desktop application more independent.
To make calls, in addition to the conditions above, you need a microphone, speakers and a video camera.
To start a call:
- Select a chat from the list and click the audio or video call icon at the top of the window, next to the name of the interlocutor;
- If the desired chat is not available, find the subscriber in contacts and open a new chat with him.
- During a call, you can switch from audio to video by clicking the camera icon. The interlocutor must accept the request for video.
If the call cannot be started or is interrupted during communication, check the Internet connection on your smartphone. At the moment, audio-video calls are only available in private chats. WhatsApp is working on launching group calls.
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