WhatsApp beta for iOS 24.23.10.76: what's new?
WhatsApp has just submitted a new update through the TestFlight beta Program, bringing the version up to 24.23.10.76.
What's new in this update? WhatsApp is rolling out a feature to add captions to GIFs and edit them, and it's available to some beta testers!
| Common questions | Answers |
|---|---|
| Name of the feature? | GIF caption |
| Status? | Rolling out |
| Compatibility? | WhatsApp beta for iOS 24.23.10.76 is a compatible update, but some users might get the same feature by installing certain previous updates. |
| I have the same version but I don't have this feature, why? | This feature is available to some users and it's rolling out to more people over the coming days. |
| Thanks: | Matt Navarra, for testing and reporting. |
| Previous news? | WhatsApp beta for Android 2.24.24.12: what's new? WhatsApp is working on a feature to introduce new themed icons for contacts and group chats! |
GIF CAPTION
In the article about the WhatsApp beta for iOS 23.12.0.70 update, we announced that WhatsApp was rolling out a redesigned sticker and GIF picker. This feature improves the user experience by allowing easier access to GIFs and stickers through a more intuitive interface. With the redesigned picker, users can quickly navigate through sections, making it more efficient to find the content they're looking for. It appears that WhatsApp is testing additional improvements for the GIF picker, aiming to provide users with new tools to further enhance their sharing experience. Thanks to the latest WhatsApp beta for iOS 24.23.10.76 update, which is available on TestFlight, we discovered that WhatsApp is rolling out a feature to add captions to GIFs and edit them!
As you can see from the attached screenshot, some beta testers can explore a new feature to quickly add a caption to GIFs found in the picker. To access this feature, users can tap and hold a GIF directly from the GIF picker, revealing additional options. Among these options, users can choose the ability to attach a caption directly to the GIF before sending it. This can be particularly useful when users want to add more context or personalization to the GIF, such as adding a comment, a description, or an emotional expression that enhances the message.
Previously, users who wanted to add captions to GIFs had to follow a more complicated process. They would need to download the GIF from the browser, save it to their device, and then select it within WhatsApp to attach a caption. This process was cumbersome and could be time-consuming, especially if users wanted to share multiple GIFs with captions. Now, with this new feature, everything can be done directly within WhatsApp, enhancing the process and making it more user-friendly.
In addition to adding captions, users can also edit the GIF itself, which opens up even more possibilities for customization. One example of this is the ability to trim the GIF. This is particularly useful when a GIF contains unnecessary parts at the beginning or end, and users want to shorten it to focus on the most relevant or funniest moments.
A feature to add captions to GIFs and edit them is available to some beta testers who install the latest version of WhatsApp beta for iOS from the TestFlight app, and it's rolling out to more people over the coming days.
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