WhatsApp is introducing a new call menu feature in both individual and group chats as part of its ongoing efforts to enhance the calling experience for users. The update aims to streamline the call interface, making it more intuitive and user-friendly.
Currently, this feature is available only to a limited number of Android beta testers, who can access it by updating their app through the Google Play Store.
With this latest update, WhatsApp has redesigned the way users initiate calls. Previously, there were two separate buttons for voice and video calls, but now, the update consolidates them into a single call button located on the top bar of chat windows.
In one-on-one chats, this button initially appears with a voice call icon, leading some users to believe that video calling might no longer be an option. However, tapping the button reveals a newly introduced call menu that allows users to choose between making a voice call or a video call.
Another significant addition to the call menu is a shortcut that enables users to quickly generate and share a call link. This feature makes it easier for users to invite others to join a call without the need to manually add them during an ongoing conversation.
The call link can be shared within WhatsApp chats or through external platforms, allowing seamless communication with contacts who might not be available at the moment of the call.
For group chats, the update introduces a new level of flexibility. Previously, initiating a group call would automatically include all participants in the chat.
Now, WhatsApp provides the option to select specific members from the group instead of calling everyone at once.
This refinement allows for more personalized group calls, reducing unnecessary notifications for those who do not need to be part of a particular conversation.
While the feature is currently in the beta testing phase, WhatsApp is expected to roll it out to more users in the coming weeks.
As the platform continues to refine its calling experience, these updates reflect the company’s commitment to improving user convenience and making communication more seamless.
