A new bug in WhatsApp is causing major problems for some users, leaving them unable to use the app due to the green screen glitch. The issue, which appears to be affecting users running the beta version of the app, has left many people frustrated as their screen turns completely green, rendering the messaging service unusable. WhatsApp is one of the most popular platforms in India, any disruption in its functionality can cause significant inconvenience to users.

The green screen issue has been reported by beta testers using version 2.24.24.5 of the app. Unlike other display issues, this bug doesn’t just paint the screen green – it turns the entire display into a solid block of green, making it impossible to navigate or access chat. This glitch starts when users try to open a chat, causing the app to stop working immediately.

While beta versions of apps often come with risks, as they are intended to help developers identify and fix potential bugs, this particular issue highlights the downside of participating in early access programs. Beta users are usually the first to try out new features, but they also have to bear the brunt of technical issues before they are resolved for the general public.

Reports of the problem have been circulating online, with Android Police noting that one of their writers encountered the green screen issue. However, attempts to reproduce the bug were inconsistent, although similar issues such as force-closing the app on startup were also noted.

Fortunately, the green screen bug appears to be limited to the beta version, meaning users on the stable release of WhatsApp are unaffected. For those experiencing the issue, the recommended solution is to roll back to an older version of the app. However, this can be challenging, as WhatsApp betas are released as app bundles, making the undo process more complicated than standard APK files.

Given widespread reports, it’s likely that WhatsApp’s development team is already aware of the issue and is working on a fix. Users can expect a patch to be released soon, restoring full functionality of the app. Until then, those affected will have to either wait for the update or try downgrading their app to a previous version.