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Frustrated by Rotating WhatsApp Video Calls? Try These Simple Fixes
Ever had your WhatsApp video call flip sideways when you least expect it? Annoying, right? Let’s figure out why this happens and how to fix it fast.
Why It Happens
Your phone might be playing tricks on you because:
- Screen orientation is unlocked – Your phone isn’t locked in portrait mode.
- Outdated WhatsApp – Bugs in older versions can mess things up.
- Device quirks – Some phones just don’t play nice with certain apps.
It’s not a rare issue, but when it happens during an important call, it can drive you nuts. Fixing it? Easier than you think.
Quick Fixes for the Auto-Rotate Problem
Solution 1: Lock Your Screen Orientation
This is like telling your phone, “Stay put!”
On Android: Swipe down from the top of your screen. Tap the lock icon (it might say “Auto-Rotate“). Done.
On iPhone: Swipe down from the top-right corner to open Control Center. Hit the Portrait Lock icon. That’s it.
Solution 2: Restart Your Phone
Sometimes, your phone just needs a nap.
Android: Press and hold the power button, then tap “Restart.”
iPhone: Press Volume Up + Side Button (or Volume Down + Side Button). Slide to power off. Turn it back on by holding the Power button.
Solution 3: Update WhatsApp
Running an old version of WhatsApp is like driving a car with a flat tire—it’s not going to work smoothly. Go to your app store and update it.
Solution 4: Clear Cache (For Android)
Think of cache as leftover crumbs from apps. Clearing it can clean things up.
Open Settings > Apps > WhatsApp > Storage & Cache > Clear Cache.
For iPhone users, there’s no “clear cache” option, but you can offload the app:
Go to Settings > iPhone Storage > WhatsApp > Offload App > Reinstall.
Pro Tips
- If none of these work, uninstall and reinstall WhatsApp.
- Check for system updates on your phone—sometimes they fix compatibility issues.
- Avoid moving your phone too much during calls if possible.