WeChat

WeChat is a multi-purpose app that offers instant messaging and calling facilities, allowing you to connect with your loved ones. You can also share photos and documents with others and between your devices. It is a WeChat Android app, but officially available for desktop computers. However, you need a mobile account to run the app on your PC.

The app offers free-to-use services and foolproof security to make your conversation safe and reliable. The user-friendly environment without any advertisements gives a distraction-free experience and enables the users contact reliably with others across the world.

What is WeChat?

WeChat, developed by Tencent that falls under the Communication category, is an official desktop client to offer instant messaging capability across the world. It is an Android app, so you need to have an active mobile account and scan a QR code displayed on the login screen of your desktop computer.

Similar to other instant messaging apps, WeChat has also become one of the most powerful and popular apps, with over a billion monthly active users, as it allows users to easily extend their communication from mobile to computers and stay in touch with their loved ones across the world. 

WeChat Features

Simple Sign Up

As we aforementioned, the app was primarily designed for Android devices, but later an official desktop version was also offered. However, you need you have to sign up on desktop while using your mobile number, as it is accompanied to the mobile app. Simply install the app, enter your phone number, and enter the verification code. Open the app on your mobile, and scan the QR code appear on your desktop screen. Allow the app access to your contacts list, and start connecting with people who are on WeChat.

User Interface

A clean and user-friendly interface is quite efficient, mirroring the mobile app; it offers a chat list on the left of the main window, leaving selected chats and contacts in the center of the window. Simply click any name and start calling or messaging with the person. It is also possible to add more people to the chat by clicking the face icon from the top-right corner. You will find multiple exciting functionalities within the built-in keyboard, such as sending and receiving voice messages, adding emoticons, and adding images or videos. You can also share files with your contacts as well.

Basic Chat Functionality

Similar to WhatsApp, Telegram, Skype, Messenger, and other instant messaging apps, the app also offers basic chat functionality of sending and receiving text as well as voice messages to your contacts. It offers a quick and efficient way of using the big screen and physical keyboard to reliably type your messages, get notifications while continuing with your other important activities. File transfer is also quite easy compared to a mobile app. Moreover, you can also use the built-in screenshot tool to easily capture around windows to hover over automatically, and also send to others within one click. 

Emojis & Stickers

The use of emoticons in any chatting app is quite exciting, as it makes your conversation expressive and impressive. Instead of typing long sentences, simply select a most related emoticon such as an emoji or sticker, and send it to your contact. It will make your chatting experience more reliable, quick, and efficient. 

Awesome Calling Option

It is another interesting aspect, as it helps you to directly make a voice and even a video call to discuss important matters. The app offers a high-quality calling facility for both one-on-one and group calling. However, for the desktop version, you have to attach some additional accessories such as a microphone and webcam. You can select the type of call, audio or video, while clicking on either of the two buttons from the bottom right corner.

Moments

It is another exciting feature that works similarly to the “Status” or “Stories” feature available on other social media platforms. You can upload your current activities, updates, photos, or videos on a very specific feed. You can also edit and even select the people from your contacts who can watch your “Moment” feed. It also offers integration to social media platforms, allowing users to share the post of “Moments” to other platforms as well. 

Seamless File Sharing

You can also share your files with others using your own computer within the “File Transfer” option. It is possible to transfer all types of files, including photos, videos, audios, documents, compressed files, and so on. The bi-directional file transfer support enables users to start chatting with themselves and share files from their mobile to their computer. 

Multilingual Support

The app supports multiple languages, allowing users to start chatting with others regardless of the language they speak, and easily translate the chat. The lightweight app with cross-platform compatibility works like a breeze without consuming many system resources. It also offers a digital wallet to make your transactions quick and simple. 

Pros

• Offers a simple QR code to log in on the desktop version
• Free to use, lightweight, and cross-platform compatibility
• Offers quick text and voice messaging capability
• Supports multiple languages
• Built-in screenshot tool to share screenshots
• Make high-quality audio and video calls
• Share your photos, videos, audios, and other documents
• Supports bi-directional sharing process

Cons

• A mobile account is necessary to log in
• Limited functionality for desktop version
• Multiple privacy and security concerns