📱 WhatsApp now lets you scan documents on Android and iPhone: see how to use the new feature.

WhatsApp has just launched a much-anticipated feature: the ability to scan documents directly through the app, on both Android and iPhone. Now, it's no longer necessary to install external apps to scan documents such as ID cards, contracts, receipts, or vouchers.

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Simple, fast, and high-quality, the new feature is designed to make life easier for those who need to send files more conveniently.

📄 What is the new WhatsApp scanning feature?

The feature allows the user to use their phone's camera to scan documents, automatically transforming them into files ready for sending.

The feature works similarly to popular apps like Google Drive Scanner and CamScanner — only now it's integrated into the messaging app.

📱 How to scan documents on WhatsApp (Android and iPhone)

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1. Open WhatsApp

Access any conversation — it could be a personal chat, a group chat, or even a message sent to your own number.

2. Click on the attachments icon.

On Android, tap the paperclip.

On iPhone, tap the “+” sign.

3. Select “Document”

You will now see the new "Scan" option within the documents area.

4. Point the camera at the document.

WhatsApp automatically detects borders, contrast, and brightness.

5. Adjust the capture

You can:

Trim edges

Apply filters (black and white, standard, high contrast)

Rotate the image

6. Save or send

Complete the scanning and send it to the desired contact.

If you prefer, save it to your phone before sending.

🛠️ Additional features of digitization

The tool offers several features that make the document even clearer and more readable:

✔ Automatic edge detection

✔ Perspective correction

✔ Contrast filters

✔ Multi-page (scan multiple sheets at once)

✔ Export as PDF or image

📌 Why is this function useful?

Digitization integrated into WhatsApp makes everyday tasks easier, such as:

Send documents to HR or accounting.

Share receipts quickly

Save scanned invoices

Sign and resend scanned documents.

Avoid installing extra apps for scanning.

It's a practical, quick, and safe solution.

🔒 Security: Are the documents protected?

WhatsApp uses end-to-end encryption.

This means that only you and the recipient can see the sent content — including scanned documents.

📌 Conclusion

With this new feature, WhatsApp becomes even more complete and practical for daily use. The ability to scan documents on Android and iPhone eliminates the need for external apps and brings more agility to personal and professional tasks.