WhatsApp, owned by Meta Platforms Inc., has finally answered the prayers of its users by introducing one of the most anticipated features – message editing.
In a blog post on Monday, the popular messaging app announced that users can now edit their sent messages, providing a solution for those inevitable moments when mistakes are made or minds are changed.
The global rollout of this feature will take place over the coming weeks, granting senders the ability to modify their messages within a 15-minute window after hitting the send button. This much-awaited functionality aims to offer users greater flexibility and control over their conversations.
To access the editing feature, simply long-press the message you wish to modify and select "edit" from the drop-down menu that appears. The edited message will be marked with the label "edited," while the edit history will remain discreetly hidden.
While apps like Telegram and Signal have long allowed users to edit messages, Twitter also joined the editing trend last year by introducing the feature to select users for their tweets. With WhatsApp now following suit, users can enjoy the freedom to correct errors and refine their messages, ensuring clearer and more accurate communication.
Stay tuned as the new editing feature gradually becomes available worldwide, empowering WhatsApp users to take control of their sent messages and enhance their messaging experience.
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