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August 19, 2026 - 11:56 PM

WhatsApp Testing New Feature for Swift Reactions to Images and Videos

Meta’s owned WhatsApp is in the testing phase of a feature aimed at expediting reactions to images and videos within its platform. 
Presently, users are required to long tap on media content to initiate a reaction. However, the impending feature enables swift replies and reactions without the need for prolonged taps.
The innovation entails the introduction of a new react bar, currently under experimentation, which grants users the ability to directly reply to media or select emojis for reactions.
Notably, this feature’s accessibility might vary, as it could involve a server-side component and might not be universally available to users at this stage.
This development aligns with WhatsApp’s recent trend of introducing enhancements to its service.
Among the recent additions are features such as message pinning, passkey support tailored for iPhones, and chat filters, aimed at enhancing user experience and engagement within the platform.
Doris Israel Ijeoma
Doris Israel Ijeoma
Doris Israel Ijeoma is a graduate of the Nigerian Institute of Journalism, Lagos. She writes Tech, Political, Business and Entertainment Articles. dorisisrael5@gmail.com
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