WhatsApp Introduces Chat Filter to Tackle Unanswered Message Piles, Alerts Users to Lapses in Replies
WhatsApp is rolling out a new feature named "chat filter" aimed at helping users organize their conversations and highlighting when they haven't replied to someone for a while.
In today's digital age, the majority of people engage in countless conversations across various messaging platforms, making it sometimes challenging to find specific messages they intend to respond to or simply search for something within.
WhatsApp's latest innovation promises to become a favorite among users overwhelmed by messages, facilitating the search for a message or its organization significantly. The feature, dubbed "chat filter" by Meta, offers three filtering options:
- All: The default view showing all messages.
- Unread: Ideally suited for reminding users about conversations they have unjustly neglected. It displays messages marked as unread by the user or those not yet opened.
- Groups: According to Meta, this has been a highly requested feature. All group chats are now accessible in one place, making it easier to find favorites. Community subgroups will also appear here.
Switching between filters is made easy at the top of the chat list. This feature not only simplifies message organization but also makes potential lapses in replying more noticeable.
The introduction of this new feature is gradual. Users are advised to check for available updates in the Play Store and App Store.