WhatsApp rolls out 'groups in common' section within search bar for beta users

The new feature gives users more information when searching for contacts within the search bar.

Published By: Pranav Sawant | Published: Mar 18, 2023, 05:00 PM (IST)

Highlights

  • Whatsapp releases 'groups in common' section for beta users.
  • The feature is available for select beta testers on Android and iOS.
  • The feature will soon be rolled for everyone.

Meta-owned messaging platform WhatsApp is rolling out a new feature for some beta testers on Android and iOS which allows users to see a list of groups they have in common with the contact they are searching for. Also Read: Your Instagram chats are no longer fully private - Here’s why

Beta users will see a new 'Groups in common' section when searching for contacts within the search bar, reports WABetaInfo. Also Read: WhatsApp brings Business AI to India that talks to your customers in their language

The new feature gives users more information when searching for contacts within the search bar. Also Read: WhatsApp updates 2026: What has changed recently and new features you should know

It is currently available for some testers, and is expected to be rolled out to more users over the coming days, the report said.

This feature is the same as the one rolled out on WhatsApp Desktop, which allows users to see the groups they have in common with their contacts without opening their chat information to see the list of groups in common.

Meanwhile, last week, it was reported that the messaging platform was rolling out a new "approve new participants" feature in group settings for some beta testers on Android and iOS.

IANS

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