Currently being rolled out to a select group of beta testers, this update places chat filters at the top of the chat list, eliminating the need to scroll down to find them, as was previously required.
With the new feature, users can instantly see which filters have unread messages, saving time by avoiding manual scrolling through the conversation list. According to WABetaInfo, this update simplifies navigation by allowing users to better organize their chats into categories like personal, work, or group conversations. It also makes it easier to spot unread messages across different sections of the app.
For businesses and professionals managing multiple threads, this update offers a more efficient way to prioritize responses. Some beta testers will also notice that the “favorites” filter has been moved ahead of secondary filters for quicker access.
In this update, WhatsApp lets users mark key contacts as favorites, ensuring that they can reach them easily without having to adjust the filter order manually.
Beta testers can try out this new feature by downloading the WhatsApp beta for Android 2.25.4.12 update from the Google Play Store. The update will be gradually rolled out to more users in the coming weeks.
