It is possible to get rid of spam and unwanted people on WhatsApp in an easy way. Learn how to do it!
If you receive unwanted calls on WhatsApp, you should know that the application recently introduced a new feature that allows users to block calls from unknown numbers, reinforcing privacy and control over communications through the application.
The feature is available to all users of the platform and offers an effective solution for silencing calls from contacts not on the list. The tool also helps identify spam and fraud attempts through the app.
Find out now how to activate the function and get rid of unknown people.
Block unknown calls
Activating this function on WhatsApp It is very simple and requires few steps, both on Android and iOS devices.
To activate the feature, simply:
- Open the app on your phone;
- Tap the “Settings” icon in the upper right corner on cell phones;
- Within the settings menu, tap on the “Privacy” option;
- In the privacy menu, you will find the option “Silence unknown numbers”. Enable the option to block calls from numbers not saved on your device.
After activation, calls from numbers not saved in your address book will not ring on your phone. However, you will be able to view them in the “Calls” section of the app, allowing you to check and identify incoming calls.
You will also receive notifications if the number belongs to a known contact, ensuring that important calls are not missed. This gives you more control and privacy over who can call, making the user experience easier and better. of the application.
Other new features in the app
WhatsApp has also been testing and releasing new features to improve the app's functionality, making life easier for users. The main new features include: editing messages, sending HD photos and screen sharing in video calls, changing the way users communicate on the platform.
Message editing
It is now possible to edit messages sent in the app, in case of any typos or incorrect information. This feature is very useful and makes life easier for users, who do not need to delete the message or resend it correctly. To edit a message, simply hold it, select the three-dot icon, tap “Edit” and enter the new text.
HD Photos
It is also possible to send high-definition photos on WhatsApp without losing quality. Before sending the photo, a setting will appear where the user can choose whether to send the photo in standard quality or high definition. In standard quality, the photo sent is 1365 x 2048 pixels, while the HD image is 2000 x 3000 pixels, which is a very significant increase.
The recipient of the image will know whether it was sent in HD and can choose whether to download it in high quality or not. High quality images are also protected by end-to-end encryption. The feature is not yet available to all users, but it should be available in the coming weeks.
Screen sharing
Another new feature of the app is screen sharing during video calls. With this, during a video call, the user can share their cell phone screen to show images, videos, documents, websites and more. The feature is ideal for online meetings when you need to share some type of content with the other participants. The feature will also be released gradually, reaching all users of the app soon.
