Key Highlights
- WhatsApp said that PiP for iOS is currently in beta testing
- It shrinks the video into a small player, allowing users to continue watching while using other apps
- This feature will be available to the users in 2023
Meta-owned instant messaging platform WhatsApp has acknowledged developing a picture-in-picture capability for iPhone video calls. While on a video call, users can use other apps thanks to this mode. In a blog post, the company detailed this year’s upgrades to WhatsApp. In a blog post, WhatsApp announced that picture-in-picture for iOS is currently in beta testing. This feature will be available to users in 2023. Also Read | WhatsApp Security Code: What Is It? How To Get WhatsApp Security Code Notification On Android, iPhones, And Laptop/ PC?
What Is Picture-In-Picture Mode?
Picture-in-picture (PiP) mode condenses a video into a tiny player, enabling users to continue watching it on their smartphone while using other apps. Because it is a floating window, you can move it across your device’s screen and place it however you like.
How To Enable Picture-In-Picture Mode On iPhone?
The mode is automatically activated once iOS 14 or 15 has been installed on your device.
Step 1: Play a Video on any supported app.
Step 2: Tapping the PiP mode icon or navigating to the home screen will immediately minimize the video.
Step 3: Hold the minimized screen and drag it where you want it.
In order to resize the Pip mode, you can pinch the frame to make it bigger or smaller depending on how much focus you want to put on both windows.
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Hide PiP Mode And Play Video In The Background
Swipe the thumbnail view to the side if it is blocking your view. Swipe the video screen slightly to the right or left depending on whether the PiP screen is positioned on the right or left of the screen.
The video will disappear but a tab will remain so you can access it later. You can continue to hear the audio from the video or FaceTime call.
Disable And Close PiP Mode
To return to fullscreen, click the PiP Mode symbol in the top-right corner of the minimized screen. Additionally, tap the cross on the minimized screen’s top-left corner.
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