how to send photos as document in whatsapp

To send photos as documents on WhatsApp and preserve their original quality without compression, follow these steps depending on your device:

For Android

1. Open WhatsApp and go to the chat where you want to send the photo.
2. Tap the attachment icon (paperclip) in the chat bar.
3. Select Document instead of Gallery or Camera.
4. Browse to the folder where your photo is saved.
5. Select the photo(s) you want to send (you can select multiple).
6. Tap Send to share the photo as a document, which bypasses WhatsApp’s compression

For iPhone (iOS)

1. Open the Photos app and select the photo you want to send.
2. Tap the upload/share icon and choose Save to Files to save the photo as a document (e.g., on your iPhone or iCloud Drive).
3. Open WhatsApp and navigate to the chat.
4. Tap the + icon next to the text input field.
5. Choose Document from the menu.
6. Select Choose Photo or Video to access your saved files.
7. Select the photo(s) you want to send and tap Send. This sends the photo as a document, preserving its original resolution

For WhatsApp Web/Desktop

1. Open WhatsApp Web or Desktop and enter the chat.
2. Click the attachment icon (paperclip).
3. Select Document instead of Photos & Videos.
4. Browse to the photo location on your computer.
5. Select the photo and click Send

Why send photos as documents?

• It preserves the original image quality by avoiding WhatsApp's compression.
• Helps keep your gallery uncluttered since photos sent as documents are stored separately.
• Allows sending multiple photos at once efficiently

This method is useful for sharing high-resolution images, professional photos, or any pictures where quality matters.