Date: June 29, 2025
By: Sayu
📄 1. The Headlines: “WhatsApp Rolls Out Built-in Document Scanning — No More Third-Party Apps Needed!”
WhatsApp is getting smarter and more efficient, now introducing a much-awaited feature — in-app document scanning! 📲🧾
Users will soon be able to scan documents and generate PDFs directly from WhatsApp without relying on third-party apps like Adobe Scan or CamScanner. ✅📤
According to a report by WABetaInfo, this new tool is being rolled out to Android beta users, and it has already been available for iOS users for several months.
🔍 2. What’s New?
🆕 A new ‘Scan Document’ option will appear in the attachment menu, right next to options like:
• 📂 Browse Documents
• 🖼️ Choose from Gallery
With this, users can:
📸 Capture documents using the camera
📝 Edit them within WhatsApp
📎 Convert them to PDF and share instantly
“No need to switch between apps — it’s all happening inside WhatsApp now!”
📲 3. How the Feature Works
After updating to WhatsApp beta version 2.25.18.29, some users are now seeing the new feature rollout. Here’s what to expect:
📷 Tap the ‘Scan Document’ option in the attachment menu
🔍 Your camera will open with a live preview
📐 You can align your document easily before capturing
You’ll now see two scanning modes:
🔹 Manual – You choose the area of the document
🔹 Auto Capture – WhatsApp detects document edges and scans automatically ✨📏
🧾 4. What Happens After Scanning?
Once you take the picture, WhatsApp will:
• 🔄 Process the image
• 📄 Convert it into a PDF
• 📤 Let you share or store the file directly
This is especially useful for:
📚 Students sharing study notes
🏢 Professionals handling quick paperwork
💼 Business users exchanging scanned invoices or IDs
“This new feature makes document handling on WhatsApp faster, smoother, and safer.” 🔐📲
🧪 5. Who Can Use It Right Now?
As per WABetaInfo:
• Currently rolling out for Android beta users
• Was first spotted in version 2.25.18.29
• 🧪 Now expanding to more testers via Google Play Store updates
✅ A wider rollout is expected soon for all Android users
🧭 Final Take
“WhatsApp’s built-in document scanner is a game-changer for on-the-go productivity.”
No more juggling between apps. No more scanning apps cluttering your phone.
With this update, WhatsApp continues to evolve into a one-stop communication and productivity platform, making life easier for millions of users.
📲 Update your app
🧪 Try the feature if you’re on beta
📄 Say goodbye to third-party scanners!