Do you see a zoomed-in view when you fire up the camera within WhatsApp?

If so, there is probably something wrong with your WhatsApp or phone.

But how can we figure out what is causing the problem and fix it?

Hands holding phone with AR camera open taking picture

From the search results, click onWhatsAppto see if the app has any issues.

Also, look at the outage graph for the last 24 hours.

If there are too many reported issues, WhatsApp may be having problems.

Checking WhatsApp Status on ServicesDown Website

However, if the problem lies solely with you, you could begin applying the fixes listed below.

Hopefully, opting out of WhatsApp Messenger (Beta) will patch up the issue.

If not, move on to the next fix.

Clicking on Leave Button to Leave Beta Tester Mode of App on Google Play Store

Update the WhatsApp App

When was the last time you updated WhatsApp?

So, update the program, and the problem will be resolved automatically.

Clear WhatsApp Cache and Data

The accumulation of cached data can also lead to unforeseen problems with apps.

Clicking on Leave in the Confirmation Pop-Up to Leave Beta Program of an App in Google Play Store

So, when updating the app does not work, you should clear its cache.

Reinstall WhatsApp

If none of the fixes listed above work, you should reinstall WhatsApp.

Use the Camera App to Take Photos Instead

Hopefully, reinstalling the app will address the issue.

Google Play Store Removing User From the Beta Tester

But if it doesn’t, try using the mobile camera app instead.

If none of the fixes work, it’s possible for you to contact WhatsApp support.

Visiting the WhatsApp Messenger’s Download Page on Google Play Store on Android

WhatsApp App Got Updated in Google Play Store on Android

Selecting WhatsApp from the List of Apps with Updates Available in the App Store on iOS

Clicking on Update Button Next to WhatsApp in the App Store on iOS

Opening the Apps Option in the Settings App for Android

Selecting WhatsApp from the List of Installed Apps in the Settings App for Android

Clicking on the Storage Settings under WhatsApp’s App Info Tab in Settings App for Android

Clearing Cache by Clicking on the Clear Cache Button in the Bottom-Right Corner under Storage Option in Settings App for Android

Opening the General Option in the Settings App for iOS

Clicking on the iPhone Storage Option in the General Tab in Settings App for iOS

Selecting WhatsApp from the List of Installed Apps in the Storage Tab in Settings App for iOS

Clicking on Offload App Button Right Below WhatsApp in Settings App for iOS