WhatsApp launches Events: this feature will make organizing meetings with friends much easier

WhatsApp is adding a feature to its app that aims to make it easier to organize important dates in groups, such as birthdays, between groups. In particular, the instant messaging platform has begun rolling out an events option in Spain, which offers a range of options beyond notifying recipients when an event will take place.

This new events feature, which has been available for several months in WhatsApp beta and has now reached the final version, is available in the file attachment option and appears only in groups. By clicking, users can create an event similar to how they create one in their calendar app. You can select a title, description, beginning, or location.

WhatsApp even allows activate whatsapp call link and choose whether it will be a voice or video call. This way, users who receive an invitation to the event will be able to join directly from there.

Users will receive a message about the event.By clicking on it, they will be able to access its information and confirm their participation, as well as add it to the appropriate calendar application.

How to create an event on WhatsApp

We repeat, the event feature is only available in groups, and They can only be created via mobile devices., although it can also be viewed and edited via the WhatsApp web or desktop version. Plus, you don’t have to be a group admin to create an event. You just need to follow the following steps.

• Go to the WhatsApp group and click the “+” button or Share, which appears next to the text field.
• Next, Click Events.
• Create an event by entering information such as a name, description, or start date.
• Finally, click Submit.
• To edit an event, click the “Edit” button that appears just below its information.

If you have received an invitation to a WhatsApp event, you can confirm or decline your participation by tapping on the option that appears on the screen.