WhatsApp launches a long-awaited function: being able to pin messages in chats | lifestyle

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2023-12-13 10:19:00

WhatsApp has been rolling out a number of features in recent weeks. One example is that it recently introduced the ability to send voice messages with a “view once” option. Now, the messaging app He has launched the function of pinned messages in the application – which offers the possibility of pinning specific options.

Previously, WhatsApp allowed users to pin the entire conversation, making it easy to see it at the top of the list. But it was not possible to post messages specific within the conversation. Well, from now on you can do it if you have the application in the latest version. However, since the pinned message feature is being gradually implementingit may take a while to see it in your region (but it’s just a matter of time)

A very useful function for WhatsApp

WhatsApp’s pinned messages function works quite similarly to pinned chats itself – so everything is simple and completely recognizable. That is, when you pin something that is specific within a conversation, it is highlighted and stay at the top of the conversation. This feature can be useful when you want addresses, phone numbers, dates, or any other important information shared to your friends or family to be clearly seen. Clearly, we are talking about something that has unquestionable usefulness.

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As for posting messages, all that needs to be done is long press on the chosen content so that it is seen prominently and, then, you simply have to choose the option that appears on the screen and is called Set from context menu. There are some additional options, such as the ability to set a message duration from the banner below (ranging from 24 hours to a month). And this is practically all that has to be done.

Some details that are important

For those who may have doubts, It is possible to post any message you have in the application -even those that contain only images or emojis-. Additionally, pinned items on WhatsApp are end-to-end encrypted, just like the other messages you send and receive on the messaging platform. Therefore, security is not reduced at any time, which is good news

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In group chats, administrators can give the privilege to post chat messages to the members they see fit… something that can be very positive on certain occasions. If there are no members set in this way, only administrators can set the messages. WhatsApp. A good idea that allows the most used app worldwide to close the gap with rivals such as, for example, Telegram.

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