How to minimize WhatsApp into a small window - briefly?
To minimize WhatsApp into a small window, you can use the desktop app or web version of WhatsApp and click on the minimize button in the top-right corner to create a smaller pop-up window. Alternatively, some third-party applications offer similar functionality for minimizing chat windows.
How to minimize WhatsApp into a small window - in detail?
To minimize WhatsApp into a small window, you can use the "Popup Window" feature available on both desktop and mobile versions of WhatsApp. Here's how you can do it:
On Desktop:
- Open WhatsApp Web or Desktop App: If you haven't already, go to web.whatsapp.com or download the WhatsApp Desktop app from the official website and log in with your phone.
- Click on the Three Dots (⋮): This is located at the top right corner of the screen.
- Select "Popup Window": Clicking this will minimize WhatsApp into a small, always-on-top window that you can move around your desktop.
- Customize Your Experience (Optional): You can resize the window, change its position, or even set it to always be on top of other windows for easy access.
On Mobile (Android):
- Update WhatsApp: Make sure you have the latest version of WhatsApp installed from the Google Play Store.
- Open a Chat: Tap on any chat to open it.
- Click on the Three Dots (⋮): Located at the top right corner of the screen, next to the profile picture.
- Select "Linked Devices": This will take you to the Linked Devices menu.
- Scan the QR Code or Link Your Device: If you haven't already linked your device, scan the QR code on your desktop or follow the instructions to link your phone with WhatsApp Web or Desktop.
- Minimize the Chat: After linking, go back to the chat and click on the three dots again. Select "Popup Window" to minimize the chat into a small window. You can resize and move this window around your screen.
Using the Popup Window feature allows you to stay connected with your WhatsApp contacts while multitasking on other apps or windows. It's particularly useful for work-from-home setups, keeping in touch with family and friends, or managing multiple chats simultaneously.