Chatbot - How to send media
No Chatbot, it is possible to send different types of media during the support flow to make the conversation more interactive and informative. However, it is important to respect WhatsApp's size and format limitations, to avoid failures when sending messages.
π Types of media that can be sent
You can use the following types of media in the chatbot:
πΌοΈ Image β Ideal for banners, products, or visual instructions.
π₯ Video β For demonstrations or presentations.
π§ Audio β Recorded messages or quick explanations.
π Document β PDFs, catalogs, contracts, or informational materials.
π Sticker β Stickers for more casual interactions.
βοΈ How to configure it in the chatbot flow
1οΈβ£ Access Menu β Convert β Chatbot or use the field Find services by typing Chatbot.
2οΈβ£ Open the desired chatbot or click on + New to create a flow.
3οΈβ£ In the block where you want to send the content, click Add action.
4οΈβ£ Select the action Send media.
5οΈβ£ Choose the type of media you want to send.
6οΈβ£ Upload the file or enter the media link.
7οΈβ£ (Optional) Add a supporting text to provide context for the media sent.
8οΈβ£ Save the action and continue the chatbot flow.
β οΈ Media limitations on WhatsApp
π» WhatsApp Web
πΌοΈ Images: up to 5 MB
π§ Audio: up to 16 MB
π₯ Videos: up to 16 MB
π Documents: up to 100 MB
π Sticker: up to 100 KB
π± Official WhatsApp
πΌοΈ Images: up to 5 MB (formats JPEG and PNG)
π§ Audio: up to 16 MB (AAC, MP4, AMR, MPEG, and OGG)
π₯ Videos: up to 16 MB (MP4 and 3GPP)
π Documents: up to 100 MB
π Sticker: up to 100 KB
π‘ Best practices
β Optimize file sizes before sending to ensure fast loading.
β Prefer light images and short videos to improve the user experience.
β Always check whether the format is compatible with WhatsApp.
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