Popular texting platform WhatsApp just shared a bigger and broader overview of the newest in-platform updates. Some did get reported on previously, but others are new and linked to the texting process.
As part of the latest monthly feature, WhatsApp discussed some of the newest changes and upgrades that are worth noticing. So let’s take a peek!
For starters, we’ve got a new online indicator for group chats. While the feature isn’t new and a classic for solo chats, now group members will be able to see who is online at any moment in time. This way, you get greater chances to engage with them, there and then.
Next, the app is adding new group chat notifications so users can be alerted of any updates on the group or those mentioning them. All they need to do is head on over to the settings tab and click on highlights to restrict notifications for @mentions, responses, or texts from saved contacts on the list, or All to get all notifications.
WhatsApp is also rolling out event updates so users can create this inside 1:1 chats, other the group discussions. It’s even updating the RSVP feature so users can reply through maybe while you invite a plus one through this chat.
There’s another tappable reaction feature that doubles down on reactions through conversations by clicking on another individual’s reaction to send something similar. The platform also shared a new Document Scanning feature for iPhones that allows users to send and scan documents through the app. All they need to do is click on Scan Document from attachments and follow the steps for scanning, cropping, and saving.
iPhone users are also benefiting from a new pinch-to-zoom feature for video calls. This means you might need to fix your room’s background before hopping on a call because everything would be zoomed in on.
All WhatsApp users can benefit from adding another member to an ongoing call from WhatsApp, directly through the chat thread. All they need to do here is click the call icon and press Add to Call.
The platform says it’s also upgrading the video streaming option so video calls are not only in high quality but also more reliable. It’s similarly designed to ensure the best connection to limit dropouts and any kind of freezing of videos.
In other news, channel admins can benefit from recording and sharing short videos with followers. The limit so far is less than a minute. There’s now a tool to produce transcripts for voice messages from channels too. And last but not least, don’t forget the good old QR codes where channel admins share unique links to channels so it’s simpler for others to join.
Many of the changes are small tweaks or upgrades, and that’s exactly what the platform mentioned in the report. We think it’s a great way for users to remain up to date and increase awareness of the newest features for this app.
Image: DIW-Aigen
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As part of the latest monthly feature, WhatsApp discussed some of the newest changes and upgrades that are worth noticing. So let’s take a peek!
For starters, we’ve got a new online indicator for group chats. While the feature isn’t new and a classic for solo chats, now group members will be able to see who is online at any moment in time. This way, you get greater chances to engage with them, there and then.
Next, the app is adding new group chat notifications so users can be alerted of any updates on the group or those mentioning them. All they need to do is head on over to the settings tab and click on highlights to restrict notifications for @mentions, responses, or texts from saved contacts on the list, or All to get all notifications.
WhatsApp is also rolling out event updates so users can create this inside 1:1 chats, other the group discussions. It’s even updating the RSVP feature so users can reply through maybe while you invite a plus one through this chat.
There’s another tappable reaction feature that doubles down on reactions through conversations by clicking on another individual’s reaction to send something similar. The platform also shared a new Document Scanning feature for iPhones that allows users to send and scan documents through the app. All they need to do is click on Scan Document from attachments and follow the steps for scanning, cropping, and saving.
iPhone users are also benefiting from a new pinch-to-zoom feature for video calls. This means you might need to fix your room’s background before hopping on a call because everything would be zoomed in on.
All WhatsApp users can benefit from adding another member to an ongoing call from WhatsApp, directly through the chat thread. All they need to do here is click the call icon and press Add to Call.
The platform says it’s also upgrading the video streaming option so video calls are not only in high quality but also more reliable. It’s similarly designed to ensure the best connection to limit dropouts and any kind of freezing of videos.
In other news, channel admins can benefit from recording and sharing short videos with followers. The limit so far is less than a minute. There’s now a tool to produce transcripts for voice messages from channels too. And last but not least, don’t forget the good old QR codes where channel admins share unique links to channels so it’s simpler for others to join.
Many of the changes are small tweaks or upgrades, and that’s exactly what the platform mentioned in the report. We think it’s a great way for users to remain up to date and increase awareness of the newest features for this app.
Image: DIW-Aigen
Read next: OpenAI Shares Major Expansion to ChatGPT’s Customization and Memory Capabilities
