WhatsApp goes a step further by offering users the ability to choose the duration of the pin
WhatsApp is introducing an intuitive feature that empowers users to pin messages seamlessly in both one-on-one and group conversations. Users now have the flexibility to pin diverse message types, encompassing text, polls, images, and emojis. However, it’s essential to note that each user can only pin one chat at any given time.
To utilize this feature, users can effortlessly pin a chat by executing a long press on the desired conversation and selecting the “Pin” option from the menu. WhatsApp goes a step further by offering users the ability to choose the duration of the pin, with options spanning 24 hours, the default 7 days, or an extended 30 days.
This functionality proves exceptionally handy in practical scenarios, such as when visiting a friend’s residence for the first time. Users can strategically pin their friend’s address at the top of the chat, ensuring swift and convenient access. In group conversations, the feature can be leveraged to spotlight crucial information about events, share rules, or disseminate critical details.
Notably, for group chats, administrators hold the power to dictate whether only fellow admins or any group member can exercise the pinning capability.
It’s interesting to observe that while WhatsApp’s counterparts, Telegram and iMessage, have already incorporated a pin message feature for both individual and group chats, the question of extending this functionality to Channels within WhatsApp remains unanswered.
In a recent update, WhatsApp elevated user privacy by introducing disappearing voice messages. This feature enhances confidentiality, allowing recipients to view these voice messages just once, adding an extra layer of security to communication.
