By WhatsApp, the messaging platform owned by Meta, is making it easier for users to format their text in creative ways. Think of it as adding a little flair to your messages.
Back in 2016, WhatsApp introduced basic formatting options like making text bold, italic, or striking it through, which helped users emphasize specific points or organize their messages. Later that year, they added a monospace option, handy for formatting code snippets. In 2017, all these formatting options found their home in the floating text toolbar we see today.
Since then, WhatsApp hasn’t done much to keep up with the evolving world of formatting tools, while apps like Telegram, Discord, and Slack have surged ahead.
But now, there’s some exciting news. A recent report from WABetaInfo reveals that WhatsApp is testing three new text formatting tools in its beta version for Desktops. These tools will join the existing bold, italic, and underlined options.
- First up, there’s the “Code Block.” It’s designed to make reading lines of code easier, a handy tool for those who exchange code-related messages on WhatsApp.
- Then comes the “Quote” feature. This one allows users to refer back to a previous message, making it simpler to follow a conversation, especially when there are many messages flying back and forth.
- Last but not least, there’s a tool to create lists. It’s perfect for making shopping lists, party plans, or keeping things organized in group chats.
Right now, these new formatting tools are in the testing phase for WhatsApp Desktop. But it’s likely that they’ll eventually make their way to Android and iOS beta versions, and eventually, the general audience.
These new tools aim to make your conversations more streamlined and stylish, letting you choose how you want to present your messages. As WhatsApp keeps innovating and enhancing its features, these formatting tools are poised to become valuable additions, catering to the diverse needs of its vast user base.
So, stay tuned for more updates because WhatsApp isn’t stopping here; they’re planning to bring these text formatting tools to future updates of WhatsApp beta for iOS and Android. There might be more to explore in this space in the coming days.
