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WhatsApp Adds Document Uploads to Meta AI in Limited Beta

Direct file uploads let Meta AI parse PDFs, spreadsheets or other files for summaries or step-by-step answers.

Overview

  • The feature is rolling out to a limited group of beta testers this week and has been seen in Android beta 2.26.21.6 and iOS TestFlight build 26.20.10.72.
  • Users can send files to Meta AI from the in-chat attachment sheet or share documents from other apps to have the assistant read the full file.
  • Reported supported file types include PDFs and spreadsheets, enabling the assistant to produce summaries, answer questions about document content, or offer step‑by‑step solutions.
  • Meta added native document handling to close a practical gap that forced users to rely on screenshots or copy/paste, a change that could make Meta AI more useful for students and knowledge workers.
  • Access remains staged through beta channels with no firm public release date, and testers should watch for wider availability over the coming weeks as Meta expands the rollout.