WhatsApp, a subsidiary of Meta, has been consistently adding new features to meet user demands. Now, the messaging app is undergoing a complete makeover to align with Google’s Material Design guidelines. Previously, WhatsApp had different designs on iOS and Android, but the company is striving to create a consistent and unified app experience across both platforms.
Version 2.23.16.3 introduces significant enhancements, including Material Design 3 and a revamped layout for the security notifications screen. However, one of the standout additions is the ability to create a new group while forwarding messages.
The process is straightforward and efficient. While forwarding a message, users will notice a new “create group” icon within the forwarding screen. By tapping on this icon, users can instantly create a new group and select participants to add. Once the group is created, the forwarded message will be automatically shared with all its members.
This new “Forward to New Group” option not only saves time but also provides an excellent opportunity to create groups for specific occasions or shared interests. It enables users to seamlessly connect with their contacts and share messages that inspire them to form new groups centered around particular themes.
Currently, the feature is gradually rolling out to a selected group of beta testers who have updated to the latest WhatsApp beta for Android version from the Google Play Store. However, the company plans to expand its availability to more users in the coming days.
WhatsApp has been making other improvements as well, such as introducing WhatsApp for Wear OS smartwatches, allowing users to access their messages conveniently from their wrists. Additionally, users can now message unknown contacts without the need to save their numbers, streamlining the communication process even further.
