WhatsApp is Testing Translate Message Feature; Available for Beta Testers

WhatsApp keep on bringing new features on its platform to enhance the user experience. And this time its aiming to break down the language barriers. The meta-owned platform is currently testing a new ‘Translate Message’ feature that will magnify how you interact with people who doesn’t understand your language or vise-versa. In this article, we will break down how this feature is expected to work and what are the features that the tech giant is planning to bring under this feature.

Here’s Everything We Know So Far About WhatsApp Translate Feature:

WhatsApp is working towards bringing a feature that will be perfect for people who connects with different language people on daily basis. The feature is a ‘Translate Message’ feature that is currently available for beta testers on Android. If you’re someone who chats with people from different regions or countries, this feature could be a game-changer.

What Is the Translate Message Feature on WhatsApp?

The ‘Translate Message’ feature on WhatsApp will instantly translate received messages. The feature will work right within the app and hence users don’t need to copy and paste the text into Google Translator or switch between apps. The feature is introduced to make the communication on WhatsApp even faster, smoother, and more inclusive.

The tech giant has not yet announced the feature officially but it has been spotted in the latest WhatsApp beta for Android on version 2.25.12.25. WABetaInfo, a trusted platform that spots upcoming WhastApp feature mentioned about the forthcoming feature on the platform.

Here’s How It Works Based on the Beta Version

The feature will work in a way whenever you receive a WhatsApp message in a different language, a translate option will appear or pop-up as soon as you long press on the message. Users will have to tap on the translate message option and it will automatically translate the message into your device’s set language. At this stage, the feature is only rolling out to beta testers, and there’s no official word yet on when it will be available to the public.