whatsapp implemented a feature requested by users. The popular Meta app has announced an update that adds an important feature that we already see in other messaging clients such as Telegram. This option will let you know if one of your contacts is texting during a chat.
The company said that the new update WhatsApp for iOS and Android includes typing indicators. This feature is a visual addition that shows who is typing in real time on the chat screen. If you’re messaging friends or family on WhatsApp, you’ll now see a three-dot animation when someone is typing.
Typing indicators in WhatsApp work not only in individual chats, but also in groups. Update will also apply to group chat windowswhere we will see a three-dot indicator next to the photo of the person writing. If more than one person posts, their profile photos will appear in a small circle.
With new updateWhatsApp joins the wave of apps that already offer a writing indicator in real time. It’s hard to imagine that, as one of the most popular messaging clients in the world, it took the company so long to offer this feature. Telegram and Messenger have had indicators for years, although we must admit that WhatsApp has never been particularly good at implementing features (like dark mode) in a timely manner.
How to find out if someone is texting on WhatsApp
If you want to know if someone is texting on WhatsApp, just look at the bottom left corner from the chat window.
- If you are in a one-on-one conversation, the WhatsApp typing indicator will appear as animation of three ellipses. This means that the other person composes the message and can send it at any time.
- If you are in a group chat, The indicator will be accompanied by a small circle with your profile photo. the person who writes. WhatsApp has added this icon to groups so you know who you’re talking to in real time.
If you’re an active WhatsApp user, you’ve probably seen the typing indicator for a few days now. The company has gradually rolled out this feature in all Latin American countries, and now it is Spain’s turn. The new feature doesn’t require you to turn it on in settings, and you can’t disable it.
Source: Hiper Textual
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