This archive report was first published on 8 July 2020.
10 WhatsApp Features You Never Knew Existed ¶
With over 1.5 billion daily active users, WhatsApp is a popular messaging app. However, many users are unaware of its secret features that can enhance their messaging experience.
According to WhatsApp, users can record hands-free voice notes by holding down the microphone icon and swiping up. This feature allows users to record voice notes without having to physically hold the phone.
Another feature is the ability to bookmark main messages. Users can do this by pressing down on the message and tapping the 'star' icon. This feature allows users to easily view bookmarked messages in the future.
Users can also tailor their status to every occasion by setting their 'About' status to a pre-existing option or creating their own. This feature allows users to share their current activity with their contacts.
WhatsApp also offers a feature that allows users to set their phone aside but still be online. This feature is achieved by downloading the WhatsApp Web desktop app, which mirrors phone conversations on the computer.
Users can elevate their conversations with stickers, which offer a fun alternative to emojis. Stickers can be downloaded from WhatsApp's FAQs.
Another feature is the ability to read messages in super-stealth mode. This feature allows users to read messages without appearing to have read them.
Users can also pin their most important friends or groups to the top of their inbox. This feature allows users to easily find their favorite conversations.
Regaining control of groups is also possible by changing the group settings so only admins can make changes. This feature allows users to prevent unwanted changes to group settings.
Users can find out who they talk to the most by going to Settings > Data and Storage Usage > Storage Usage > Select Contact. This feature provides users with information on their messaging habits.
Finally, WhatsApp has introduced a feature that allows users to manage who adds them to groups. This feature provides users with control over who can add them to groups.
These features are available on both iPhone and Android devices.
