WhatsApp Video Note is a convenient feature, ideal for consumers and business users who want to quickly share valuable information without needing a full video conference.
Although video calls are already common on WhatsApp, the Video Note capability is a good alternative. It offers a more convenient, asynchronous way to collaborate via video.
WhatsApp officially announced this feature in July 2023, with a clip from CEO Mark Zuckerberg showing the function in action. According to Meta, 60-second video notes give people a new way to communicate, whether connecting with friends or colleagues.
The notes automatically play on mute when someone opens a chat, so they’re sure to grab a contact’s attention. Here’s everything you need to know about the WhatsApp Video Note feature and how to use it for asynchronous collaboration.
What is WhatsApp Video Note?
WhatsApp Video Note is a feature available for both WhatsApp and WhatsApp for Business users, which allows people to send short 60-second clips via the messaging app. It’s similar to solutions like Zoom Clips, and promises users a convenient way to share visual content in an instant.
Unlike the WhatsApp video conferencing capabilities, Video Note allows anyone to record and send a video instantly, without having to book a session or make an official call. It’s a lot like WhatsApp’s “Audio notes” solution, except audio notes don’t “auto-play” in the app, and they can be as long as you like. Notably, while WhatsApp Video Note began rolling out last year and should be available to everyone today, the company says some users may need to update their app.
Another point is that Video Notes don’t save to your device. They’re stored within the WhatsApp application, which is handy to avoid cluttering your device’s internal storage with multiple clips.
How to Create a WhatsApp Video Note
The good news is that, like most WhatsApp features, Video Notes are pretty easy to create and share. The process is similar regardless of whether you use an Android or iOS device.
The first thing you’ll need to do is update your app. Most of the time, phone apps will update automatically, but it’s worth visiting your app store and looking for any available updates to ensure you can access the latest features.
Once your app is updated, load WhatsApp, login, and open a chat. Next, press and hold the button that looks like a camera next to the text field. You’ll see the microphone option positioned next to it.
This will start your video note and load your camera. You can switch back and forth between the front and back cameras on your device before or during your recording.
When you’re done capturing content, remove your finger from the camera button, and the note will automatically be sent to the other user.
