WhatsApp Beta Update Introduces Quick Shortcuts for Status Updates

WhatsApp has released a new update, version 2.25.3.22, through the Google Play Beta Program, and it’s introducing a feature designed to improve accessibility to status creation tools.

What’s New in This Update?

The update enhances the way users can create and share status updates within the app.

WhatsApp is rolling out a more intuitive process for posting text and voice status updates, giving users quicker access to these features through a redesigned interface.

Key Changes to Status Creation

In this update, users now see two additional shortcuts in the gallery sheet when tapping the floating action button within the Updates tab.

These shortcuts make it easier to create text-based updates and share voice messages directly as status updates. Previously, these options were grouped together with media creation features like photos and videos.

One of the major improvements is the introduction of a dedicated shortcut for voice status updates. This makes the voice recording feature more visible and accessible, encouraging more users to explore this option without needing to navigate away from the status creation screen.

Why Is This Important?

This update aims to make the process of posting different types of status updates more intuitive and discoverable for users, particularly those who may not have realized that voice messages could be shared as status updates.

By separating the text and voice options, WhatsApp is streamlining the user experience and helping users engage with the full range of status-sharing possibilities.

Currently, the update is rolling out to a limited number of beta testers, but it is expected to be available to more users over the next few weeks.

Stay tuned for more updates, and follow WABetaInfo for the latest news about WhatsApp features!