How to disable Picture-in-Picture mode in WhatsApp?

How to disable Picture-in-Picture mode in WhatsApp - briefly?

To disable the Picture-in-Picture (PiP) mode in WhatsApp, you can use the following steps:

  1. Open WhatsApp and navigate to the settings menu.
  2. Scroll down to "Advanced" and toggle off the "Picture-in-Picture" option.

How to disable Picture-in-Picture mode in WhatsApp - in detail?

To disable the Picture-in-Picture (PiP) mode in WhatsApp, you need to follow a series of steps that vary depending on your operating system. PiP mode allows users to watch videos in a small window while using other apps, but if you find this feature distracting or unnecessary, here's how you can turn it off:

For Android Users:

  1. Open the WhatsApp application on your device.
  2. Go to the "Settings" menu by tapping on the three dots in the top-right corner of the screen.
  3. Select "Account" from the list of options.
  4. Tap on "Privacy."
  5. Look for the option labeled "Picture-in-Picture."
  6. Toggle off the switch next to "Picture-in-Picture."

For iOS Users:

  1. Open the Settings app on your iPhone or iPad.
  2. Scroll down and tap on "WhatsApp" in the list of apps.
  3. Look for the option labeled "Picture-in-Picture."
  4. Toggle off the switch next to "Picture-in-Picture."

For Desktop Users (Windows/Mac):

  1. Open WhatsApp on your desktop.
  2. Click on the three dots in the top-right corner of the screen to access the menu.
  3. Select "Settings" from the dropdown list.
  4. Go to the "General" tab.
  5. Look for the option labeled "Picture-in-Picture."
  6. Uncheck the box next to "Enable Picture-in-Picture mode."

By following these steps, you will successfully disable the Picture-in-Picture mode in WhatsApp across all your devices. This ensures that videos will no longer play in a small window while you are using other apps or features within WhatsApp.