the essentials in brief
Whether among friends, family or at work: communication usually takes place via WhatsApp. This also applies to jointly planned events and appointments where users exchange ideas via group chats. Now WhatsApp is working on another feature: It should make planning events easier for you and your group members. It is currently in the testing phase. We’ll reveal what’s behind it and what the purpose of the update is here.
New feature in development
With every new update of WhatsApp there is usually a new function for users. The popular messenger service has recently announced that it is working on an innovative feature for its latest beta version for Android. With the new feature, users will have the opportunity to organize and coordinate events themselves in the future. This feature is currently under development but is expected to be available in a future update to the app.
In the clip: This is how the WhatsApp planning function works
The new function should be able to do that
The new feature is intended to make it easier to plan and manage an event or event. So you can also create surveys and polls. Relevant information such as name, date, time or location can be defined and managed yourself. A reminder function can also be activated so that all participants receive a notification at a time they specify. The events will be end-to-end encrypted and are initially intended for community group chats only.
At a glance:
- In the future, users will be able to create group events themselves on WhatsApp.
- The events can be created with all important information such as name, date, time and location.
- The feature is currently under development but is expected to be available in a future update.
Important: The prerequisite for using the new tool is that all chat participants have the latest version of WhatsApp installed. Otherwise, participants will not be able to view or use new group invitations or events.
Another advantage of the new function
Not only will the new feature be useful for planning events and group activities, but it can also be used for personal purposes. The new feature will help you get organized and stay on top of things.
Good to know: It is expected that this feature will be available in the community group chats. Once an event is created, it will automatically be integrated into the chat.
The development of WhatsApp functions
The new feature will join the list of other new WhatsApp features for planning and coordinating group conversations. Most recently, WhatsApp introduced a function with the “2.23.17.7 beta update” for Android that makes it possible to make scheduled group calls.
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Facts about WhatsApp
- The instant messenger is very popular all over the world.
- The installation takes place via Google Play (Android) or the App Store (iPhone).
- In addition to the popular smilies, there are also stickers or gifs that can be attached to the messages.
- Regular backup dates can be set in the settings so that the data is always backed up.
- WhatsApp is part of Mark Zuckerberg’s meta-empire.