2024-09-22 16:02:36
Wednesday, September 18, 2024 – 15:02 WIB
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jpnn.comJAKARTA – WhatsApp has added a mentions feature to the Status service, so that users can call other users’ accounts that are their contacts on WhatsApp Status.
This capability was discovered in the WhatsApp beta update for Android 2.24.6.19 reported by WhatsAppBetaInfo, Tuesday (17/9).
The feature is described as allowing users to directly involve specific contacts in status updates.
Where, users can notify their status updates through mentions.
When a contact is mentioned, they will receive a notification, making it easier for users to interact with their target audience.
WhatsApp is now testing the feature with the public, as some beta testers can now experiment with mentioning contacts in their status updates.
The new feature is actually not unfamiliar, because the way it works is similar to the mentions that apply on Instagram, both for Stories and Feed.
How to mention contacts on WhatsApp. Eligible users will find the button located within the text bar when trying to share photos and videos via status updates.
WhatsApp added a mentions feature to the Status service, so users can call other users’ accounts that are their contacts in WhatsApp Status.
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