How to pause a video call in WhatsApp - briefly?
To temporarily halt a video call on WhatsApp, you can simply press the 'Pause' button that appears during the call. This action will freeze the current frame for both parties until you resume the call by pressing the 'Resume' button.
How to pause a video call in WhatsApp - in detail?
Pausing a video call on WhatsApp can be useful when you need to momentarily step away without ending the call entirely. As of now, WhatsApp does not have a built-in feature that allows users to pause an ongoing video call directly. However, there are several workarounds you can use to achieve a similar effect.
Using Airplane Mode
One common method is to switch your device into Airplane Mode. This effectively pauses the call by disconnecting it from the internet:
- During the Call: Swipe up or down on your screen (depending on your device) to open the control center.
- Enable Airplane Mode: Tap the airplane icon to enable Airplane Mode. This will disconnect your call.
- Resume the Call: To rejoin the call, simply disable Airplane Mode and wait for your device to reconnect to the network. Your WhatsApp app should automatically reconnect you to the video call.
Using a Screen Recorder or Camera App
Another approach is to use a screen recorder or camera app to temporarily mute your video feed without ending the call:
- Open Screen Recorder: Start recording your screen using a built-in screen recorder or a third-party app.
- Mute Video Feed: Pause the screen recording when you need to step away from the camera. Your video feed will be frozen, effectively pausing your presence in the call.
- Resume Video Feed: Resume the screen recording to reactivate your video feed and continue the call.
Using a Separate Device
If you frequently need to pause calls, consider using a separate device for your WhatsApp account:
- Install WhatsApp on Secondary Device: Set up WhatsApp on a secondary device (like an old phone or tablet) and log in using the same phone number.
- Switch Devices: When you need to pause, switch to the secondary device where the call will continue without interruption.
- Return to Primary Device: To resume your participation, simply switch back to your primary device.
Contacting Support
If you frequently encounter situations requiring a pause feature, it may be worthwhile to contact WhatsApp support or provide feedback through their app. User demand can influence the development of new features.
While these methods are not perfect substitutes for an actual pause feature, they offer practical workarounds until such a feature is available on WhatsApp.