The new beta update brings the ability to add a message when forwarding any content like links, images, text messages, and documents. This makes it simpler to share content and clarify your intention.
Previously, you could only add a message when forwarding media files like photos or videos. Now, you can include a custom message to make it easier to give extra context or explanations to the recipient.
For instance, if you forward a news article link, you can add your thoughts or a summary of the article. Also, If you forward a text message, you can explain more about the message or add personal comments.
Currently, WhatsApp only allows users to add a message when forwarding media files like images, videos, and GIFs. If you want to explain something or give context for a text message or a link, you have to send a separate follow-up message. With this new beta update, WhatsApp starts testing a new feature, aiming to make the process easier.
This new feature is available to some users who have installed the WhatsApp beta update from the Google Play Beta Program. WhatsApp plans to roll out this feature to more users in the coming weeks, after its beta testing.
Source: WhatsApp now allows you to add custom message to forwarded content