WhatsApp may soon let you mention groups on status updates
WhatsApp has recently introduced a “mention” feature for status updates, just like Instagram. Now the company is exploring a similar but a ‘step ahead’ tool for its users. Inputs reveal WhatsApp may soon let you mention groups on status updates.
Spotted in the Android 2.24.26.17 beta version, WhatsApp is preparing a new feature that will enable you to mention groups on status updates. The update is rolling out to some beta testers via the Google Play Beta Program and will soon become official.
One of the major benefits of this tool will be eliminating the need to tag every individual one by one on your status updates. When you mention people or groups:
- They get a message from you saying that you mentioned them.
- They can view your status.
- They can choose to reshare your status with their audience.
Simply put, whenever you mention an entire group on status updates, all the group members will be notified about it. This increases the engagement among group members with the shared status and leads to a more interactive app experience.
WhatsApp may soon let you mention groups on status updates (Image Credits: WABetaInfo)
Note that any of the contacts that are excluded from the status updates will get access to the specific status if they are present in the “mentioned group”. Thus, you don’t have to make any additional changes while mentioning any group on your status.
Group members can reshare the status update without revealing the identity of the person who created the status. You can mention up to five groups (with up to 32 members) in a single status. The feature is available to beta testers but will soon reach other app users.
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