How to install the WhatsApp icon on PC?

How to install the WhatsApp icon on PC - briefly?

To install the WhatsApp icon on your PC, you need to use the WhatsApp desktop app. Download the app from the official website and follow the installation instructions. Once installed, the WhatsApp icon will appear on your desktop or start menu, allowing you to easily access the application.

How to install the WhatsApp icon on PC - in detail?

To install the WhatsApp icon on your PC, you can follow these detailed steps:

  1. Accessing the Web Version of WhatsApp:

    • Open your web browser (such as Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, or Microsoft Edge).
    • Navigate to the official WhatsApp website at web.whatsapp.com.

  2. Scanning the QR Code:

    • On your smartphone, open the WhatsApp application.
    • Go to the menu by tapping on the three dots (⋮) in the upper-right corner of the screen.
    • Select "Linked Devices" and then choose "Link a Device."
    • Point your phone's camera at the QR code displayed on your PC’s web browser. This will connect your WhatsApp account to the web version.

  3. Creating a Shortcut:

    • Once connected, you can create a shortcut for easier access:
      • Right-click on the taskbar and select "Toolbars" > "New toolbar."
      • In the folder selection dialog box, navigate to your user profile directory (e.g., C:\Users\YourUsername).
      • Create a new folder named WhatsApp if it doesn't already exist.
      • Inside this folder, create another folder named WhatsApp Web Shortcut.
      • Right-click in the empty space of the newly created folder and select "New" > "Shortcut."
      • In the location field, enter the path to your web browser executable (e.g., C:\Program Files\Google\Chrome\Application\chrome.exe).
      • Click "Next," then give the shortcut a name such as “WhatsApp Web.”
      • Complete the setup by clicking "Finish."

  4. Adding the Shortcut to the Taskbar:

    • Locate the newly created WhatsApp Web shortcut on your desktop or in the folder you specified.
    • Right-click on this shortcut and select “Pin to taskbar.”

  5. Customizing the Icon (Optional):

    • If you want to customize the icon, right-click on the newly created shortcut and select "Properties."
    • In the "Shortcut" tab, click on the "Change Icon..." button.
    • Browse to find an appropriate WhatsApp icon image file (e.g., a .png or .ico file) and select it.
    • Click "OK" to apply the changes.

By following these steps, you will have successfully installed the WhatsApp icon on your PC taskbar, providing quick and convenient access to WhatsApp Web.