How to Use WhatsApp on a Microsoft Surface Go

WhatsApp is a popular messaging application that allows you to send messages, make voice and video calls, and share media files with friends and family. While WhatsApp is primarily designed for smartphones, you can also use it on other devices such as tablets and computers. In this tutorial, we will explore how to use WhatsApp on a Microsoft Surface Go tablet.

Prerequisites

Before getting started, make sure you have the following requirements:

1. A Microsoft Surface Go tablet running Windows 10 or higher.
2. An active internet connection.
3. A valid phone number to register and verify your WhatsApp account.

Steps to Use WhatsApp on a Microsoft Surface Go

Follow the steps below to install and use WhatsApp on your Microsoft Surface Go:

Step 1: Install WhatsApp

1. Launch the Microsoft Store application on your Surface Go.
2. Search for "WhatsApp" in the search bar at the top-right corner of the Microsoft Store.
3. Click on the WhatsApp search result to open the app page.
4. Click on the "Install" button to begin the installation process.
5. Wait for the installation to complete.

NOTE: WhatsApp may take a few minutes to install, depending on your internet connection speed.

Step 2: Set Up WhatsApp

1. Once the installation is complete, click on the "Launch" button to open WhatsApp.
2. On the welcome screen, click on the "Agree and Continue" button to accept the terms and conditions.
3. WhatsApp will ask for permission to access your contacts and files on the Surface Go. Click on "Allow" to grant the necessary permissions.
4. Enter your phone number in the provided field. Make sure to enter a valid phone number that is active and can receive SMS messages.
5. Click on the "Next" button to proceed with the phone number verification.
6. WhatsApp will send an SMS verification code to the provided phone number. Wait for the SMS to arrive, and it will be automatically detected by WhatsApp. If the SMS verification fails, you can choose to verify via a phone call instead.
7. Once the verification is successful, you will be prompted to set up your profile by entering your name and optionally adding a profile picture.
8. Click on the "Next" button to complete the setup process.

Step 3: Navigating WhatsApp on Surface Go

1. WhatsApp will open to the main interface, where you can see your chats and contacts.
2. On the left side of the screen, you will find the chat list, including individual and group chats.
3. Click on a chat to open it and view the messages.
4. To start a new chat, click on the "New Chat" button located at the top-left corner of the screen.
5. In the new chat screen, you can search for contacts or select them from your existing contacts list.
6. In a chat, you can type your messages in the text input field at the bottom of the screen and press "Enter" to send.
7. To make a voice call, click on the phone receiver icon at the top-right corner of the chat screen.
8. To make a video call, click on the video camera icon next to the voice call icon.
9. You can send media files such as photos, videos, and documents by clicking on the paperclip icon at the bottom-right corner of the chat screen.

Step 4: Customize WhatsApp Settings

1. To access the settings menu, click on the three-dot menu icon at the top-right corner of the main interface.
2. In the settings menu, you can customize various aspects of WhatsApp, such as chat settings, notifications, data usage, and privacy options.
3. Explore the settings menu to personalize WhatsApp according to your preferences.

Congratulations! You have successfully installed and set up WhatsApp on your Microsoft Surface Go tablet. Now you can start connecting with your friends and family using this popular messaging application.

Enjoy using WhatsApp on your Surface Go!