When it comes to sending files from your laptop to WhatsApp, there are several options available. Whether you need to send a PDF, Excel, or any other format of files, the process is quite straightforward. In this article, we will explore two of the most popular ways to send files from your laptop to WhatsApp.
Method 1: Sending Files via WhatsApp Web
The first method is to use WhatsApp Web to send files from your laptop. WhatsApp Web is a web-based version of WhatsApp that allows you to access your WhatsApp account from your desktop or laptop browser. To send files using WhatsApp Web, follow these steps:
- Open your preferred browser and go to https://web.whatsapp.com/.
- Scan the QR code that appears on the website using your WhatsApp mobile app.
- Click on the chat you want to send the file to.
- Click on the attachment icon (paper clip icon) on the top right corner of the chat window.
- Select the type of file you want to send (Document or Photo) and select the file from your laptop.
- Click on the send button.
You can also drag and drop the file directly into the chat window to send it.
Method 2: Sending Files via Email
The second method is to send the file via email. This method is useful if the file is too large to be sent through WhatsApp or if you want to send the file to someone who is not on WhatsApp. To send files via email, follow these steps:
- Open your preferred email client (Gmail, Outlook, Yahoo, etc.)
- Click on the compose button to start a new email.
- Enter the recipient’s email address in the “To” field.
- Enter a subject line that describes the file you’re sending.
- Click on the attachment icon (paper clip icon) and select the file from your laptop.
- Write a brief message in the body of the email (optional).
- Click on the send button.
FAQs
Q: Can I send multiple files at once using WhatsApp Web?
A: Yes, you can send multiple files at once using WhatsApp Web. To do so, select the “Document” or “Photo” option and select all the files you want to send by holding down the Ctrl key (Windows) or Command key (Mac) and clicking on the files. Alternatively, you can drag and drop multiple files into the chat window to send them.
Q: Is there a size limit for files sent via WhatsApp?
A: Yes, there is a size limit for files sent via WhatsApp. The maximum file size you can send using WhatsApp is 100 MB for Android, iPhone, and Windows Phone users. However, the maximum file size for WhatsApp Web users is 64 MB. If you need to send larger files, you can use email or other file sharing services such as Google Drive or Dropbox.
Video Tutorial
For a visual overview of the methods described in this article, check out this video tutorial:
