WhatsApp Desktop beta 2.2207.0: what's new?
WhatsApp is rolling out a new update for the desktop client through the official beta channel, bringing the version up to 2.2207.0.
What's new in this update? WhatsApp is finally working on sending message reactions, for a future update!
| Common questions | Answers |
|---|---|
| Name of the feature? | Message Reactions |
| Status? | Under development |
| Availability? | WhatsApp is working on this feature for a future update. |
| I've installed this update but I cannot react to messages, why? | Since this feature is under development, it's not available to beta testers, but you can discover a preview in this article. |
| Since this feature is marked as under development, why is it mentioned in this changelog if it's not available? | WhatsApp is working on developing this feature in this beta version, so the changes have been introduced in this update, even if you don't see the feature since it's under development. |
| Previous news? | WhatsApp beta for Android 2.22.6.2: what’s new? |
MESSAGE REACTIONS
The feature to react to messages is still under development on WhatsApp beta for Android and WhatsApp beta for iOS, but there was no news about the web/desktop client. Today, we are finally able to share a screenshot with you, so you can discover how the feature works on WhatsApp Desktop beta when it will be released in a future update:
As you can see in this screenshot, you can react to messages by choosing between 6 different emojis. We already knew this information from our recent articles, but the reaction button is the new detail. The reaction button is not always visible: when the cursor is near a chat or group message, a new reaction button will show up. When you press the reaction button, you will be able to react to the message.
The feature is under development, but since WhatsApp is finally working on it today, it may mean that it won't be so long. There will be another article when the feature is finally released to beta testers, so be sure to update your WhatsApp version on Desktop and mobile.
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