WhatsApp adds new features to make Status more creative and personal
Popular instant messaging app WhatsApp, on Friday, May 30, introduced some creative ways to help users express themselves through Status. WhatsApp Status is a highly personal space where users share their key moments with those who matter to them the most.
Be it candid photos or sharing pictures from birthdays or anniversaries, the new features on Status have been designed to add some depth, creativity, and connection. WhatsApp is introducing features like layouts, music, photo stickers, 'Add Yours' prompts, etc.
Layouts will help users turn up to six photos into a collage with easy-to-use editing tools. One simply needs to arrange the images exactly how they want to showcase them all in one frame. It is ideal for sharing a highlight reel of the day or event.
Music posts allows you to create a status that revolves entirely around a song. Be it a tune that elevates one's mood or sets the tone for the day, users can make music the focus or use a music sticker to enhance their status update.
With photo stickers, users can now turn any photo into a sticker and add it to their status. One can also resize, reshape, and position however they like to make their update unique. On the other hand, 'Add Yours' prompts can help you kickstart a conversation. Use the new Add Yours sticker on a photo to invite friends to share their views on your prompt. They can later add their response to their own status.
WhatsApp has said that these features will begin rolling out soon and will become available to all WhatsApp users in the coming months. With these new features, WhatsApp Status is becoming richer and more engaging for users.
As of 2024, India accounts for over 596 million monthly active users on WhatsApp, making it one of the largest markets for the messaging platform. The app's popularity is largely due to its user-friendly interface and support for multiple Indian languages. Over the years, the platform has become a cost-effective communication mode for both urban and rural users. Not just personal messaging, WhatsApp has emerged as a vital tool for businesses in India. Additionally, with its expansion into digital payments, WhatsApp Pay consolidates its role in the nation's digital ecosystem.
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