WhatsApp for desktop fails to link with phone


FDretired

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WhatsApp for desktop fails to link with Android phone after the phone camera is pointed at the QR code.. The does not create an icon.
 
Windows Build/Version
21H2 (os build 22000.318)

My Computer

System One

  • OS
    windows 11 ,Ubuntu Cinnamon - for tinkering only
    Computer type
    PC/Desktop
    Manufacturer/Model
    No Name - Assembled by a Compute shop in a Strip Mall.
    CPU
    Intel i511400
    Motherboard
    ASUS PRIME B560-PLUS motherboard
    Memory
    16 GB
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    0
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    0
    Monitor(s) Displays
    25 in BenQ
    Screen Resolution
    1920 x 1080
    Hard Drives
    9 SSDs 4 Nvme, 2 in M.2 slot and 2 in PCIE with adapter + 5 Sata. DVD drive
    PSU
    600w
    Case
    Antec- VSK4000E-U3 Mid Tower
    Internet Speed
    Bell pure fibre optic. 3 GB package. 6E Wireless adapter 750/500
    Browser
    Firefox, Microsoft Edge
    Antivirus
    Defender
Open WhatsApp on the phone, Go to the top right menu and select Linked Devices. Click the Link A Device button and then point your phone at the QR square on the WhatsApp for Desktop app.
 
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My Computer

System One

  • OS
    Windows 11 Enterprise

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