The developers of the famous WhatsApp instant messaging application are working on testing new updates from the application, which will bring a number of new features to the use of the application during the coming period on all platforms.
WhatsApp developers periodically updates WhatsApp in order to improve the use experience of the most popular messaging application in the world, and also add some new features that make it the number one attraction to users.
According to a report published by WABetaInfo, which is familiar with WhatsApp testing processes, the new update, which is currently undergoing tests, will bring the feature to edit messages that have already been sent in interpersonal conversations.
Edit WhatsApp messages
And the site published screenshots of the new option that appeared in the beta version of the application, where it was noted that long-pressing on already sent messages, and entering the list of options from the three points, there will be a new option to modify.
And most likely the first goal of the feature is to modify the spelling errors or unintended simple additions during transmission and not the complete modification – certainly if you want a complete modification, you can easily by deleting the message from you and the other party, and start writing the new message with ease, as it The preferred option for such cases.
In the case of an error in the characters or something like that, it will be easier to modify the message after sending it and add the change.
What is not clear is whether there is any time limit on the ability to edit these messages, is it shortly after sending or at any time, and more importantly, will WhatsApp show everyone the date modified on messages actually? Or will it just display a tag indicating that the message has been modified, or both.
old feature
It is worth noting here that WhatsApp had previously tested the same feature in 2017 and was spotted in a beta version as well, but it ended up being abandoned and not officially available.
After a few years the feature appeared again, but also in a beta version of the application, which means that the chances of not being accessed, albeit slim.
If the update is already approved, the report confirms that it will reach all users on Android, iOS, as well as the web version and desktop devices.