WhatsApp has rolled out a new 'favourites' feature, designed to provide quick access to preferred contacts. This feature is expected to be available to all users soon.
WhatsApp Introduces 'Favourites' for Better Connectivity
WhatsApp, used by billions globally, continues to enhance its platform with regular updates aimed at improving user experience. The latest addition, the 'favourites' feature, aims to streamline communication by allowing users to quickly access their preferred contacts. This feature positions favourite contacts at the top of the calls tab and serves as a filter for text messages.
Quick Rollout of 'Favourites' Feature
The rollout of the 'favourites' feature began on Tuesday, July 16, and will be accessible to all users in the coming weeks. This new function is part of WhatsApp's ongoing efforts to improve user experience and efficiency in managing conversations.
"Finding your favourites just got a lot easier on WhatsApp. Starting today, you can quickly access the people and groups that matter most at the top of your calls tab and as a filter for your chats. Whether it’s your family group chat or your best friend, your ‘favourites’ will be the same across your chats and calls, so you can speed dial them from your calls tab too," the company stated in a blog post.
Using the 'Favourites' Feature
To use the 'favourites' feature, users can navigate to the chat screen, select the 'favourites' filter, and choose their desired contact or group. Alternatively, they can tap on the ‘Add Favourite’ option from the calls tab and make their selection. The designated favourites will appear consistently across both chats and calls, ensuring users can quickly reach their most important contacts regardless of the mode of communication.
Managing Favourites
Management of these favourites is straightforward, with options available in the app settings. Users can reorder their favourite contacts at any time, providing flexibility and control over their communication priorities.
Benefits of the 'Favourites' Feature
The introduction of 'favourites' is expected to be well-received, especially by users who frequently communicate with a select group of contacts. By having these contacts readily accessible, users can significantly reduce the time spent searching through long lists of messages and call logs. This is particularly beneficial in fast-paced environments where quick communication is essential.
