The popular messaging app WhatsApp is reportedly working on new features that will allow users to customise the colours of the app. The feature has been spotted in the beta version of the instant messaging app. Furthermore, it is likely to be launched to the public in 2023.
The colour customisation feature will give users the ability to change the background colour, chat bubbles, and other elements of the app. This will allow users to personalise the look and feel of WhatsApp to their own liking. Also Read: What is WhatsApp Chat History Transfer Feature? How does it work?
The feature is still under development, so it is not yet clear exactly how it will work. However, it is a welcome addition that will give users more control over the look of the app. This report was first shared by WABetainfo.
WABetainfo is the website that keeps a regular check on WhatsApp’s upcoming features. Also Read: WhatsApp New Privacy Policy Controversy in India: Key Points and FAQs
WhatsApp to let users change chat box color
WABetainfo, a website that tracks WhatsApp updates, has revealed that the popular messaging app is working on a new feature that will allow users to change the colour of the chat box. The feature is currently under development and is not yet available to the public.
The screenshot shared by WABetainfo shows that users will be able to choose from a variety of colours for the chat box, including blue, green, pink, and purple. The text on the screen will also change to the selected colour. It is not yet clear when the chat box colour feature will release to the public. However, it is a welcome addition that will give users more control over the look and feel of WhatsApp.
WhatsApp is developing a feature that allows to change some colors in their app. 🎨
— WABetaInfo (@WABetaInfo) March 29, 2021
The feature is under development and there are no further details at the time. pic.twitter.com/z7DMLjaG6l
WhatsApp Upcoming Features 2021
Currently, WhatsApp is working on multiple new features, which are likely to land on WhatsApp in the near future with coming updates. Some of these features are:
In-app support feature now available for beta testers
The popular messaging app has released a new in-app support feature for limited beta testers. The feature allows users to chat directly with WhatsApp support to report bugs or get help with the app. The in-app support feature is currently available on the Android platform with the beta version 2.21.7.3 update. It is likely to roll out to more users in the coming weeks.
To use the in-app support feature, users can open the WhatsApp settings menu and tap on “Help.” Then, they can select “Contact us” and start a chat with WhatsApp support. The in-app support feature is a welcome addition to the messaging app and will help users get the help they need more quickly. Also Read: Red colour OnePlus Nord 2 Leaked Online ahead of launch
“Support Chat Threads” feature to manage bug reports
The popular messaging app WhatsApp is reportedly working on a new feature called “Support Chat Threads.” The feature will allow users to report bugs and get help from the app support in a dedicated chat thread. Also Read: WhatsApp to stop support for all devices running iOS 9
The chat threads will come with end-to-end encryption. Henceforth, users can get assurance that their privacy is protected. Once the issue is resolved, the chat thread will be automatically closed. WABetainfo, a website that tracks WhatsApp updates. This popular website confirms that the feature will debut with future iOS and Android updates for the instant messaging app.
As of now, the instant messaging app responds to users’ queries in a group chat. However, the new “Support Chat Threads” feature will give users more control over how they interact with WhatsApp support. Also Read: WhatsApp Introduces New Search Button on Android App
WhatsApp faces backlash over new privacy policy in India
The Facebook-owned popular messaging app is facing backlash in India over its new privacy policy. The new privacy policy, which was announced in January 2021, would allow WhatsApp to share some user data with its parent company, Facebook. Also Read: WhatsApp gets “Log Out” feature for iOS
The Indian government has asked an instant messaging app company to withdraw the policy altogether, and the Competition Commission of India (CCI) has ordered a probe into the matter. WhatsApp has said that the new policy is necessary to improve the app and provide better services to users. However, many users are concerned about their privacy and have threatened to switch to other messaging apps.
It remains to be seen whether the instant messaging app will be able to implement the new policy in India. However, the backlash has certainly damaged the company’s reputation in the country. Also Read: Fossil Smartwatch with latest Google Wear OS and Alexa support
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