Popular messaging app WhatsApp is rolling out a new feature called “Chat Filters” to help users navigate their ever-growing inboxes more efficiently.
“Opening WhatsApp and finding the right conversation should feel quick, seamless, and simple,” stated a WhatsApp blog post announcing the update.
The new feature offers three filters accessible at the top of the chat list: All, Unread, and Groups.
All: This remains the default view, displaying all chats, both individual and group conversations.
Unread: This filter prioritizes catching up on missed messages. It highlights conversations that are either marked unread by the user or haven’t been opened yet.
Groups: A frequently requested feature, the Groups filter organizes all group chats in one place. This includes both standard groups and subgroups within Communities, making it easier to locate specific groups, like a family chat or a vacation planning thread.
WhatsApp noted it believes Chat Filters will empower users to stay organized, prioritize important conversations, and navigate their message history with greater ease.
The company also hinted at plans to develop additional features to further enhance the user experience.
“We believe filters will make it easier for people to stay organized and find their most important conversations and help navigate through messages more efficiently. We’ll continue to build more options to help you focus on what matters most.”
The Chat Filters update is rolling out globally and will be available to all users in the coming weeks.