Let's take a look at the new feature "pinning messages," introduced by WhatsApp, and see if it can help enhance the user experience.
WhatsApp has introduced a new feature, which allows users to pin messages in individual and group chats.
The pinning feature supports various message types, including text, emojis, locations, and images.
Users have wanted this feature for a while, similar to Telegram's ability to pin multiple messages, but WhatsApp only permits one pinned message.
The feature is part of WhatsApp's response to the increase popularity of instant messaging apps in recent years.
To pin a message on Android, long-press message, tap the three-dot menu, and select 'Pin'. On Apple, swipe right on message, and choose 'Pin.'
Users can decide to pin a message for 24 hours, 7 days, or 30 days, with the default set to 7 days.
The option to unpin a message is available through a similar process of pinning.
Admins of the group will have control over who can pin messages within the group.
Until now, it remains uncertain if WhatsApp will extend this feature to channels.
The pin chat feature rollout is still in progress, so users may have to wait for it to become available on their devices.