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WhatsApp’s latest update: Mark Zuckerberg demonstrates ‘Search’ feature – know how it works
WhatsApp introduces new search-by-date feature, allowing users to easily find past chats by selecting a specific date.
Additional features include filtering conversations by media type and upcoming updates like Chat Filters and Favorites.
Mark Zuckerberg personally showcased the functionality through a video post on his official WhatsApp channel, demonstrating how users can effortlessly retrieve past chats by selecting a particular date. According to reports from Tech Crunch, the search-by-date feature is now available across various platforms including Android devices, iOS, Mac, and WhatsApp Web, ensuring accessibility for a wide range of users.
To utilize the search-by-date feature, users simply need to access any personal or group chat, tap on the three dots located in the top right corner, select “Search,” and then click on the calendar icon to choose the desired date. This process enables users to efficiently retrieve past conversations and media content.
Reports also indicate that WhatsApp is actively developing additional features such as “Chat Filters” and “Favorites,” which will further enhance the messaging experience by allowing users to quickly access starred messages and apply filters.