WhatsApp beta for Android 2.25.25.7: what's new?

WhatsApp has released a new Android update through the Google Play Beta Program, bringing the version up to 2.25.25.7.
What's new in this update? WhatsApp is rolling out a feature that organizes message replies into structured threads, and it's available to some beta testers!

In the article about the WhatsApp beta for Android 2.25.7.7 update, we announced that a feature to organize message replies into threaded conversations was under development. This feature aims to streamline communication by allowing users to follow responses more intuitively through structured threads in the future. Rather than navigating through a flood of messages to find a relevant reply, users will be able to stay engaged in a focused and organized discussion within the thread. It appears that WhatsApp is now testing this feature with the public, as some beta testers have started seeing signs of the new functionality appear in their app. Following the release of the latest WhatsApp beta for Android 2.25.25.8 update, which is available on the Google Play Store, we discovered that WhatsApp is rolling out a feature that organizes message replies into structured threads!

As you can see from the attached screenshot, some beta testers can explore a redesigned reply system where each response automatically generates a thread under the original message. Inside the thread, users will find all related responses linked directly to the original message. This means that every reply in the same chain will remain neatly grouped, making it easier to follow the flow of discussion. To focus on the replies to a specific message, users simply need to tap the new reply indicator that appears within the message bubble. This indicator shows the number of replies already in the thread while also allowing users to open the thread view to display all associated responses.

Once the thread is open, users gain a complete overview of all replies connected to that conversation. It's also possible to add new replies to the thread, which will automatically be linked to the latest incoming message within the same chain. If a user prefers to reply to a different message inside the thread, they can still do so by tapping that specific message and selecting the reply option. In this case, the new response may be marked as a "Follow-up reply", though this label might not yet be available to all users who can currently open message threads. A follow-up reply is essentially a reply to another reply, rather than to the original message, which helps preserve context throughout the conversation.

This layered approach helps users maintain clarity, especially in busy group chats where multiple people may respond to different points simultaneously. By visually separating conversations into threads, users can easily distinguish between different topics and follow the flow of replies without losing context. It also ensures that no important messages are overlooked when discussions become chaotic. Structured conversations like these allow users to focus on the topics that matter to them, without being distracted by unrelated replies in the main chat.

These threads create a logical and chronological order of replies, so even latecomers to the conversation can quickly catch up. If someone is interested in a specific message and it contains many replies among other messages, they can rely on its structured thread to isolate the entire discussion. The thread keeps all related responses neatly organized, allowing the user to focus only on the conversation associated with that message. Instead of scrolling through the chat interface and trying to track down individual replies, users can instantly access a dedicated view where every response is displayed in order.

Threads are only created for messages sent after the feature is enabled. Any replies that existed before activation will not be included in threads. However, the system automatically organizes new responses into threads regardless of whether the recipients have the feature active. This ensures that conversations remain structured for the sender, even if others in the chat have not yet received the update.

A feature that organizes message replies into structured threads is available to some beta testers who install the latest updates of WhatsApp beta for Android from the Google Play Store, and it is rolling out to even more people over the coming weeks.

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