The company has been testing many new changes for the Channels these days. Whether it is regarding interface or new tools to enhance user interaction.

Now WhatsApp is bringing a new search tab that will ease finding topics or interesting subjects in Channels. The feature is spotted in the Android 2.24.23.6 version and is rolling out via the Google Play Beta Program for limited Android testers.

Inputs reveal that the company will implement a search tab in the overflow menu on the Channels. As soon as users click on the three-dots menu in the upper right corner, they will see a “Search” option.

WhatsApp Beta shows a new search tab for Channels (Image Credits: WABetaInfo)

Tapping on the option will ask you to enter the keyword and show all the updates tagged or having the specific term. The feature makes it easier to find particular information without scrolling through the entire channel history.

Search feature for Channels is still in the testing track. However, the company will soon release it for general consumers via a stable update.

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Spotted in the Android beta 2.24.22.20 version, WhatsApp is rolling out a QR code feature for Channels. The update is available via the Google Play Beta Program.

The company has made several changes to the Channel section for better user interaction. For instance, a new shortcut to discover and follow useful channels, a channel creation option in the overflow menu at the top bar, and more.

Now WhatsApp is bringing a QR code feature to improve the channel part to a significant extent. Some beta testers noted a new QR code section in the Channels setting. This tool enables channel owners to share the code with others and increase the number of participants.

WhatsApp testing new QR code feature for Channels (Image Credits: WABetaInfo)

Instead of sharing a link, channel owners can now simply show or send the QR Code of their channel. Others interested in joining the channel can scan this code via their phones. It’s a quick and easy step to access channels for events, meetups, and more.

The feature is currently in the testing phase. Although it may soon reach more WhatsApp users in the time ahead. Ensure to keep the app up-to-date with the latest versions.

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The company is now releasing a new WhatsApp Android beta with 2.24.14.15 version. The latest build is available to limited beta testers. If you want to check this capability in advance, then enroll yourself in the Google Play Beta Program.

Speaking of the feature, the new ‘Forward Media’ capability in WhatsApp Channels will enable channel users to forward texts, images, videos, and GIFs to their channels.

Channel admins can also opt for the same and share content from other apps or file explorers directly. This new add-on will ultimately eliminate the requirement of going through various steps or processes to share any interesting image or funny video to channels.

WhatsApp to bring a forward media feature for Channels (Image Credits: WABetaInfo)

It makes the content or message-sharing experience more convenient for Channel subscribers. Now you don’t have to save an image or video before sharing or manually upload them to your channel. You can directly transfer the content from any application or different chats.

This will not only save you time but also make the Channels section more interactive. Since the feature is in the testing phase, it is only available to some beta testers. Although WhatsApp will soon bring this capability to general users via a stable release.

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Spotted in the Android 2.24.11.8 beta version, WhatsApp is readying a very useful feature that will enable customers to find new channels quickly, without any delays.

The shared screenshot reveals that WhatsApp is preparing a new design for the updates section. In the Channels part, an Explore tab is available. This will work as a shortcut feature and allow users to check for more interesting channels without interruption.

Note that this feature is handy and easily accessible to users. Hence you do not have to spend minutes finding a way that can lead you to new channels. WhatsApp has now also placed the channel creation tab in the overflow menu in the top app bar.

WhatsApp channels exploration feature (Image Credits: WABetaInfo)

These are minute details but help in enhancing the overall experience of the application for users. It ultimately offers more clarity about small tabs and tools in the app and lets users easily navigate through them without getting confused about the functions.

WhatsApp is bringing this update to a limited number of Android beta testers via the Google Play Beta Program. Although we may find this helpful capability soon for the general public as well.

[Source – WABetaInfo]

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