WhatsApp, under the ownership of Meta, has rolled out a new feature designed to streamline the process of finding old messages, enhancing user experience.
This new addition, named the “search by date” feature, aims to simplify the retrieval of past conversations for users. Available for both Android and iPhone users, the update introduces a calendar interface within the app. This interface enables individuals to select a specific date, making it easier to search for messages or media from that particular day. The feature eliminates the need for manual scrolling through chat histories, especially for users with extensive message archives.
Mark Zuckerberg, CEO of Meta, shared the news of the update on his WhatsApp channel, emphasizing the company’s dedication to improving user convenience and accessibility.
With the calendar feature, users can simply tap on the calendar icon, choose the desired date, and WhatsApp will automatically direct them to messages exchanged on that day. This streamlined search process is particularly beneficial for users seeking specific information or memories buried within their chat history.
The introduction of the calendar feature adds to WhatsApp’s recent updates, which include various text formatting options and security enhancements. However, Android users should take note of a recent change regarding chat backups: conversations can no longer be backed up for free on Google Drive, as they now contribute to the user’s storage limit.
To utilize the new feature, users can access WhatsApp, select a chat, tap on the name of the person or group, and choose the “Search” option. The calendar interface will then facilitate seamless navigation to messages from the selected date.
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