WhatsApp Enhances Group Chats with Custom Member Tags and Text Stickers

WhatsApp has introduced innovative features to make group chats more engaging. One of the standout updates is the ability for users to assign themselves personalized tags within people-specific group conversations.

Imagine declaring your role as a 'father' in a family chat or identifying as the 'goalkeeper' in a sports group. This feature could prove especially valuable for those involved in role-playing scenarios, fantasy athletes, or any team-centric chat environment.

Another significant upgrade is the debut of text stickers. Users can now transform virtually any word into a sticker using a built-in search tool, making it effortless to compile a collection of frequently used stickers for quick access.

Reminders for Events

The new event reminder feature is quite straightforward, enabling users to set up early notifications for upcoming occasions. Meta highlights this feature's practicality, ensuring attendees don't forget important timelines, whether it's getting to a gathering in time or participating in scheduled virtual meetings.

This release is part of WhatsApp's continuous evolution, following recent integrations of artificial intelligence for chat summaries and the return of the ever-handy away messages.