WhatsApp can make it easier to search for messages, know how

WhatsApp is reportedly working on a new button that will make it easier for you to search for messages. Last year, the Facebook-owned platform introduced a redesigned contact information section for Android users, which is in beta program. Now, according to a report, the company has added a new search shortcut to that redesigned page for some Android beta testers. The new shortcut was rolled out through the Google Play beta program with a new update. The update brings the version of the app to 2.22.6.

According to the report, a new search shortcut has been added next to the video call icon. Some users may also see the new shortcut in the Group Info section. The report further states that the shortcut is not working as it should. Since this feature is still in beta version, it is expected that the company can fix this problem in the upcoming beta update. As mentioned earlier, this feature is only available for Android users, but the company can roll out this feature for iOS users as well.

Right now the search button is on the homescreen of the app. You can use this feature to search any message that you have sent or received. The search option also provides several filters to narrow down the search such as – photos, videos, links, GIFs, audios and documents.

Recently, WhatsApp also started testing the message reaction feature for desktop users. With this feature, users will be able to react with emoji on any message. A similar feature is already available on other meta platforms including Facebook and Instagram. According to the report, whenever the cursor is near a message, desktop users will be able to see a new message reaction button. On pressing the button, users will get the option of emoji to react to the message.

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