For those looking for a new app for your smartphone that keeps you connected with friends and family, than WeChat is something you need to try. WeChat is one of the most popular apps on the market that are used worldwide by millions.
So for those that are unfamiliar, or just need some new tricks and tips for a better experience on WeChat, than this article is for you.
WeChat Web
For those that use their PC, Web WeChat is something you can use without having to install in your device. For accessing the service, all you need to do is go to the website: web.wechat.com on your computer or device Use the code from your phone, and you will instantly logged into your account on WeChat.
However when using your PC to browse the WeChat web, you won’t be able to see your history for your chats. However you will still be able to chat with your contacts from your friends on WeChat.
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For people you want to chat on the WebChat, you don’t have to supply your phone number, there are two ways you can get connected.
WeChat unique ID
Your unique ID for WebChat is like a nickname, you won’t have to use your real name to gain friends. Just go to Settings on WeChat, and then click on your Profile, and then choose WeChat ID. From there, you will be able to give out your ID so you can be added by new friends.
Use The QR Name Card
Choose a QR code, type in your name card data, and save it to the gallery on your phone. All your friends have to do is scan your QR code with their phone on WeChat, and they add you. Choose My QR Name Card from you WeChat Settings to access this.
WeChat Moments Shared
The WeChat Moments is similar to the feeds on Facebook, where you will be able to comment on statuses or photos, as well as like comments and photos from your friends. You don’t have to share photos on WeChat Moments; you can opt to write instead by tapping and holding the camera icon on the corner in the top right and the box will pop up. Once it pops up, you will be able to insert any text you want to post it to the feed. You can also choose selected friends to see your posts, and comment or like your statuses.
Using Web WeChat To Transfer Files
You have the possibility of transferring up 10MB of files on you PC to your phone using Web WeChat. You can send image, MOV, PDF, PPT, and DOCX files. If WeChat doesn’t support a file extension, you have the option of using another app installed to open it on your phone.
Social Features Are Fun on WeChat
There are so many fun social features that come with WeChat. Most features are not available on other mobile apps. So you will be able to use these features to chat and search for random people who are on the app in order to meet some new peeps.
Some Social Features You Can Use:
1. Drift Bottle
This feature can be used to write and send messages to any random user or the virtual sea to be able to open and read your message. You can send as either an audio clip or a text message.
2. Look Around
This social feature lets you connect with random users that in your area. To use Look Around, just go to phone settings and enable the locations on WeChat, so it scan your area. You will be able to see then other users that are close to your locale check out their profiles, status, usernames, and their proximity from where you are.
3. Shake
This is a great social feature that allows you to meet rand users that are also near you. All you do is shake your phone, and another user will shake their device at the same time, and you will be able to chat them. You can instantly strike up a chat, or if you want to chat with someone else, just shake your phone again and another random user will pop up.