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In principle it would be as easy as identifying the QR code. WhatsApp is testing an option that would make it much easier to add people to your mobile contact list As reported by WABetaInfo, a version of WhatsApp has just been detected WhatsApp test on iOS that would contain this function, although everything indicates that the launch should also be done for Android.
But how exactly will this system work? The information we currently have on the table indicates that each user will have their own QR code, which they can then share with anyone else who wants to add it to their list of contacts.
To use the tool, it would actually just turn on the phone's camera and scan the code in question. By reading the QR code, WhatsApp itself will be able to complete all the contact information of that person and integrate it into the phone's contact list.
In this way, the user will avoid adding the contact information detail by detail, something that is usually somewhat cumbersome and that requires a few minutes of dedication.
A code that will not be used indefinitely
One of the interesting features of this new feature is the ability to revoke the code. Those people who are not interested in that QR code being used indefinitely will have the possibility to cancel it, so that no one else can use it again to enter their data contact.
To this function, which promises to greatly simplify the life and actions of WhatsApp users, we must add other tests, which those responsible for the famous messaging application are also carrying out. The latest novelty of which there is evidence is a new interface, which would allow you to add contacts directly from the application.
You may have noticed that when you want to talk to someone through WhatsApp that you don't have in your contacts, the matter is somewhat complicated. Unless that person is also in a group with you, chances are that before you can speak to them, you'll need to add them as a contact. there you can start chatting, as long as WhatsApp has updated its local database. Something that, luckily, is usually quite fast.
QR codes is not a new system
If you are familiar with other social networks and applications, you probably know that QR codes is not such an innovative system There are applications such as Snapchat and Instagram, which use their own variations of QR codes via Snapcode and Nametags.
In fact, WhatsApp also uses QR codes, but it is for another very useful functionality: the activation of the desktop session. By scanning the QR code that appears on the computer screen, the system automatically recognizes the identity of the user and activates all the functions available in WhatsApp Web.
The new feature that will allow you to add contacts through QR codes promises to be very advantageous for those who need to contact many people.We're thinking of small businesses and customers, but I'm sure there are many other benefits to the feature.
Anyway, at the moment there is no public date for the launch of this functionality But seeing that tests are already being done, the most logical thing is that we can see it for both iOS and Android in just a few weeks. We will remain attentive to inform you of its incorporation, if applicable.
