WhatsApp beta for Android 2.25.6.15: what's new?
WhatsApp has released a new Android update through the Google Play Beta Program, bringing the version up to 2.25.6.15.
What's new in this update? WhatsApp is rolling out an improved sheet for emoji reactions in chats, groups, and channels, and it's available to some beta testers!
| Common questions | Answers |
|---|---|
| Name of the feature? | Sheet for emoji reactions |
| Status? | Rolling out |
| Compatibility? | WhatsApp beta for Android 2.25.6.15 has been designated as a compatible update, but some users may experiment with the same feature by installing certain previous updates. |
| I've installed this update but I don't have this feature. Why? | This feature is available to some beta testers, and it is rolling out to more users over the coming weeks. |
| Thanks: | Akan and Lukkkas, for testing and reporting. |
| Previous news? | WhatsApp news of the week: Android update to add Meta AI widget to Home Screen is available! |
EMOJI REACTIONS
In the article about the WhatsApp beta for Android 2.25.5.18 update, we announced that a redesigned composer interface for text status updates was available. This update introduced a more intuitive and user-friendly selection bar for background colors and fonts, replacing the previous method of repeatedly tapping through options. With this enhancement, users can now quickly and precisely customize their text status updates, as they can directly select their preferred background color or font with a single tap instead of cycling through all available choices. It appears that WhatsApp is focused on enhancing its design and interface, introducing updates that make navigating some messaging tools more intuitive and visually engaging for users. Thanks to the latest WhatsApp beta for Android 2.25.6.15 update, which is available on the Google Play Store, we discovered that WhatsApp is rolling out an improved sheet for emoji reactions in chats, groups, and channels!
As you can see from the attached screenshot, some beta testers can explore a new feature that focuses on refining the way emoji reactions are displayed across the app. The new interface offers a cleaner and more organized layout, which helps users quickly navigate through emoji reactions. In previous updates, and for those who still do not have access to this new feature, WhatsApp presented emoji reactions in a long vertical list. This list could become quite lengthy, especially in channels, where many users tend to react more frequently to messages. As a result, scrolling through numerous reactions could become annoying and take up more screen space than necessary.
With the introduction of this new revamped page, WhatsApp will now display four reactions per row, reducing the amount of vertical space required. This change allows for a more compact layout, improving how emoji reactions are presented and making it easier to browse through them quickly. The redesign also ensures that the page looks cleaner, even when there are numerous reactions, as it minimizes unnecessary scrolling and maximizes screen space.
This update primarily affects channels, where reactions can sometimes be overwhelming due to the higher volume of interactions. However, WhatsApp has also decided to implement small improvements to the emoji reactions page in chats and groups. In this section, the reactions are still shown in a vertical list format, with each row displaying the name of the contact who reacted to the message. A key enhancement in this area is the redesigned tabs at the top of the page, which give the interface a more modern and polished appearance.
The difference in design between the reactions pages in channels and those in chats and groups highlights the varied nature of how reactions are used. In channels, where follower identities are private unless they are in the contacts list, the new grid layout is used to display reactions. On the other hand, in chats and groups, where user information is more relevant, the vertical list is maintained, but the redesigned tabs provide a cleaner and more modern look.
An improved sheet for emoji reactions in chats, groups, and channels 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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