WhatsApp to bring a new feature, allowing you to securely share files with people nearby

The screenshot is clear: users not only have to open the “Share Files” section for file exchanges, but also have to shake their device to generate a sharing request. This controlled approach adds an interesting, if impractical, twist to the sharing process.

This feature could be useful for WhatsApp users, although with recent Quick Share updates from Google and Samsung, its necessity might not match Meta's expectations. Google's Nearby Share and Samsung's Quick Share are expected to merge into a unified app named Quick Share. This simplified approach will simplify the process of sending photos, files and texts between Android phones.

Still, introducing a feature in WhatsApp for sharing files with nearby users has its own benefits. This feature allows users to quickly share files with people nearby, which is perfect for situations requiring a quick and direct transfer. For example, you can quickly share a presentation with colleagues during a meeting without an Internet connection.

Additionally, user privacy and security are preserved as the phone number remains hidden from non-contacts during each file exchange.

The upcoming feature for sharing files with nearby users is currently in the works and is expected to be included in a future app update. Meanwhile, WhatsApp is also preparing another feature, allowing users to share polls on channels, and introducing additional text formatting tools.