How to display the WhatsApp icon on the computer screen?

How to display the WhatsApp icon on the computer screen - briefly?

To display the WhatsApp icon on your computer screen, you need to download and install the desktop version of WhatsApp from the official website. Once installed, the icon will appear in your system tray or taskbar, allowing you to access WhatsApp directly from your desktop.

How to display the WhatsApp icon on the computer screen - in detail?

To display the WhatsApp icon on your computer screen, you need to follow a series of detailed steps depending on whether you are using Windows or macOS. This process will ensure that you can easily access WhatsApp directly from your desktop.

On Windows:

1. Download WhatsApp Desktop:

   • Visit the official WhatsApp website and navigate to the 'Desktop App' section.
   • Download the installer for Windows.

2. Install WhatsApp Desktop:

   • Run the downloaded installer file.
   • Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation process.

3. Set Up WhatsApp Desktop:

   • Open WhatsApp Desktop once the installation is finished.
   • You will see a QR code displayed on your computer screen.

4. Scan the QR Code:

   • On your mobile device, open WhatsApp and go to 'Settings'.
   • Navigate to 'Linked Devices' and select 'Link a Device'.
   • Point your phone’s camera at the QR code on your computer screen to scan it.

5. Complete Setup:

   • After successfully scanning the QR code, you will see the WhatsApp icon appear on your desktop or in the Start menu.
   • Clicking this icon will open WhatsApp Desktop, allowing you to send and receive messages directly from your computer.

On macOS:

1. Download WhatsApp Desktop:

   • Visit the official WhatsApp website and navigate to the 'Desktop App' section.
   • Download the installer for macOS.

2. Install WhatsApp Desktop:

   • Open the downloaded DMG file.
   • Drag the WhatsApp icon into the Applications folder as instructed.

3. Open WhatsApp Desktop:

   • After moving the app to your Applications folder, open it from there.
   • You will see a QR code displayed on your computer screen.

4. Scan the QR Code:

   • On your mobile device, open WhatsApp and go to 'Settings'.
   • Navigate to 'Linked Devices' and select 'Link a Device'.
   • Point your phone’s camera at the QR code on your computer screen to scan it.

5. Complete Setup:

   • After successfully scanning the QR code, you can find the WhatsApp icon in your Applications folder or Dock (if you added it there).
   • Clicking this icon will open WhatsApp Desktop, enabling you to manage your messages from your Mac.

By following these steps, you will have successfully displayed the WhatsApp icon on your computer screen, allowing for seamless integration and easy access to your messaging app.