Back in 2023, WhatsApp allowed users to share pictures and videos in high-quality resolution. The HD quality is hard to resist especially if you're sending them to your friends.

However, at that time, you need to choose this option every time you upload. If you do not do that, it will be set in standard quality.

Now, users uncovered this hidden feature once again, but this time with the default setup. This means that it's now easier to send HD images or clips to someone you know on the platform.

Why WhatsApp Compresses Your Media

By default, WhatsApp compresses photos and videos to speed up sending times and save on data usage. 

For iPhone users, standard quality photos are reduced to 960×1280 pixels, while the HD option retains the original resolution of 3024×4032 pixels. Videos are usually scaled down to 480p but can be sent in 720p HD quality.

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Discovering the Hidden HD Button

Although the HD option was introduced last year, it requires users to manually select it each time they send a photo or video. 

Recently, savvy WhatsApp users have found a new setting that allows you to make HD quality the default option for all media files. This means you no longer have to remember to adjust the settings each time you share a photo or video.

How to Set HD as Your Default

According to The Sun, to set HD quality as the default for all your photos and videos on WhatsApp, follow these simple steps:

1. Open the WhatsApp app and go to Settings.
2. Tap on Storage and Data.
3. Look for the Media Upload Quality option.
4. Select HD Quality.
5. From now on, your photos and videos will automatically be sent in HD format.

Things to Consider Before Switching to HD

While sending media in HD ensures higher quality, there are a few factors to keep in mind:

• Data Usage: Sending HD photos and videos consumes more data. Make sure your data plan can handle the increased usage to avoid running out of data or incurring extra charges.
• Sending Time: Larger files take longer to send, especially videos. Consider this if you're often in a hurry or have a slower internet connection.

Enhancing your photos and videos to HD on WhatsApp can greatly improve their quality, making your shared memories clearer and more vivid. 

By following the steps to set HD as the default, you can enjoy high-quality media without the hassle of adjusting settings each time. 

Just remember to monitor your data usage and be patient with slightly longer sending times for larger files.

Last week, the messaging platform announced a huge update for video calls. The new announcement said that WhatsApp will now increase the number of participants in a video call on top of adding new screen sharing and speaker spotlight features.

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