Windows 11 KB5032283 (Beta Channel) integrates WhatsApp into the share menu

KB5032283 (Build 22635.2841) integrates WhatsApp into Windows 11’s built-in share menu, allowing you to quickly share pictures, videos, or documents.

In Windows 11 Build 22635.2841 or later, you will notice a new sharing window menu with support for WhatsApp. For example, when you select an image in the Photos app or File Explorer and select Share, you can select WhatsApp. The share menu was previously limited to select apps like Outlook, but it finally has more options.

When the Windows Share menu detects that you do not have WhatsApp installed, it will try to download it from the Microsoft Store. Microsoft says the process is automated and should be seamless, with plans to expand the integration to more apps or give developers easy access to operating system controls.

WhatsApp Share Menu in Windows 11

Microsoft has also improved the way Windows handles the Nearby Sharing feature. Starting with Build 22635.2841, Microsoft will automatically enable Wi-Fi and Bluetooth when you try to turn on Nearby Sharing. Likewise, when you turn off Wi-Fi and Bluetooth, Nearby Sharing will be turned off as the feature requires two connections to work properly.

These changes are available through KB5032283 in the Beta channel. Beta is considered one of the most stable channels in the Windows Insider Program.

For those who don’t know, Windows Update or its features move from one channel to another based on the test results of the previous channel. For example, if the feature is stable in the Dev or Canary channel and is ready for the next release, it will typically be tested in the Beta channel.

Finally, let’s say a feature like the Share menu is tested by more users and it still has enough positive feedback. In this case, it can be delivered directly to production via monthly updates or the release preview channel.

In this case, features like the WhatsApp sharing menu may reach the production channel through monthly updates. If not, it will be released as part of Windows 11 Moment 5 in February.

KB5032283 Kills Steps Recorder

In addition to all the good stuff, KB5032283 also comes with some sad news.

Starting with the beta update, you will notice a new banner when you open the Windows 7-era troubleshooter or screen recorder app Step Recorder.

This warning reminds users that Step Recorder (PSR.exe) will disappear in a future version of Windows and that you should turn to modern alternatives such as Snipping Tool, Game Bar, or Clipchamp.

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