Naija Tech News on March 2, WhatsApp has just rolled out an innovative feature called ‘Search by Date,’ designed to simplify the process of locating old messages within user chats. After completing successful beta testing, this functionality is now accessible to all users.
Mark Zuckerberg recently showcased the workings of the search-by-date feature on his official WhatsApp channel. Through a demonstration video, he illustrated how effortlessly one can uncover past conversations, like a chat about Karaoke, by simply selecting a specific date.
Naijatechnews understands that This new feature allows users to sift through their conversations using diverse media types such as links, media files, and documents directly from the conversation detail page.
Here’s a simple guide on how to use the ‘search by date’ feature on WhatsApp:
- Open any personal or group chat.
- Tap on the three dots in the top right corner.
- Select “Search.”
- Access the new calendar icon on the right side.
- Choose a date.
- Find your relevant conversation, links, media, or documents easily.
The ‘search by date’ feature proves especially handy for users looking to quickly locate specific information or confirmations, particularly if they recall the date of the conversation.
This enhancement, coupled with recent additions such as text formatting options, aims to streamline the user experience and save valuable time when searching for media files or messages.
As for its availability, the ‘search by date’ feature is now accessible on Android devices, iOS, Mac, and WhatsApp Web, providing users with a convenient means to effectively manage their conversations.
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