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Friends, WhatsApp is the most popular app of today’s modern era, which has more than 4 billion users all over the world, so WhatsApp is preparing to make messaging on Android smarter and user-friendly. The Meta-owned platform is testing a redesigned message action menu that could significantly improve the way users interact with messages. Let us know the complete details about this feature

Until now, Android users had to use the toolbar or overflow menu at the top of the screen to access options like forward, edit, or take other message actions. This method was effective, but it required users to repeatedly visit different parts of the interface.

The new update changes this experience; It displays key controls right next to the selected message, reducing unnecessary taps and making managing messages easier and more intuitive.

New context menu in WhatsApp Beta

WhatsApp Beta for Android (version 2.26.23.8) includes a redesigned context menu that appears immediately when users long-press on a message.

This means users no longer need to go through multiple menus to access essential functions. Everything they need will be found in one convenient place.

Frequently used actions prioritized

The redesigned interface prioritizes the actions users use most. Such as:

reply

forward

react

copy

Other commonly used options

All these messages will appear immediately after selecting them.

At the same time, less used tools will be kept in a special “More” section. This way the screen is less cluttered and the interface remains organized and efficient.

Bringing Android closer to the iPhone experience

WhatsApp is constantly working to provide the same experience on Android and iPhone devices. The new message menu is being considered as another step towards reducing the gap between the two platforms.