WhatsApp, the instant messaging platform, is introducing a range of new features aimed at improving the overall user experience. One of these additions is the long-awaited 'search by date' feature, recently announced by Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg.
The new feature allows users to streamline their chat experience by allowing them to search for specific messages based on dates. This functionality is a boon for users who often struggle to remember specific phrases but can remember the approximate time the conversation took place.
Mark Zuckerberg personally demonstrated the functionality via a video post on his official WhatsApp channel, demonstrating how users can effortlessly retrieve previous chats by selecting a specific date. According to reports from Tech Crunch, the search feature is now available across platforms including Android devices, iOS, Mac, and WhatsApp Web, ensuring accessibility for a wide range of users.
In addition to searching by date, WhatsApp users can also filter conversations by media type, including links, media and documents. This feature provides a convenient way to navigate through chats to find specific confirmations or media shared in conversations.
To use the Search by Date feature, users simply need to go to a personal or group chat, tap the three dots in the top right corner, select “Search,” and then click the calendar icon to choose the date they want. This process allows users to efficiently retrieve past conversations and media content.
Reports also indicate that WhatsApp is actively developing additional features such as 'Chat Filters' and 'Favorites', which will further enhance the messaging experience by allowing users to quickly access starred messages and apply filters.
Meanwhile, WhatsApp is also reportedly working on a feature that could facilitate high-quality media sharing via the messaging app. The latest Android beta, version 2.24.5.6, has revealed a possible update that will allow users to set a default upload quality for their media files, eliminating the need for manual adjustments, WABetaInfo reported.
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Published: Feb 29, 2024 4:34 PM IST