WhatsApp has always been known for its strong privacy features like the end-to-end encryption of its chats. The instant messaging app is now working to make the app more personalised.
Here’s a new feature rolling out that you need to know about.
As per recent reports, WhatsApp is adding the long-awaited personalisation option finally to its platform. The custom chat theme feature will WhatsApp allows users to set different themes for their conversations.
However, the feature of custom chat themes will only be available in Beta as of now.
WhatsApp currently offers only three theme options that include System Default, Light and Dark.
The new beta update version 2.24.21.34 will introduce 22 new chat themes and 20 colour options providing users plenty of choices to personalise chat windows. The beta update is available through the Google Play Beta Program for Android users.
📝 WhatsApp beta for Android 2.24.21.34: what’s new?
WhatsApp is rolling out a feature to choose a chat theme among 20 different colors, and it’s available to some beta testers!
Some users can get this feature by installing certain previous updates.https://t.co/qmevup24o2 pic.twitter.com/2eOfD9mHXq— WABetaInfo (@WABetaInfo) October 9, 2024
How to enable WhatsApp chat themes in Android beta: customize chats with 20 color options!
Some eligible users can access the new chat themes feature, introduced in the latest WhatsApp beta for Android 2.24.21.34 update from the Google Play Store.https://t.co/VaXimisHjX pic.twitter.com/hMXhF2z1VU
— WABetaInfo (@WABetaInfo) October 10, 2024
According to reliable WhatsApp source WABetaInfo, this will allow users to personalise their chats like never before.
WABetaInfo also shared some screenshots in its report that reveal the look of the new “Chat Theme” settings page.
It also allows WhatsApp users to adjust both the chat’s colour and background wallpaper.
Moreover, users can also apply a default theme that will be visible across all conversations apart from using the option to have custom-specific themes for individual chats.
The report suggests WhatsApp will automatically select a complementary chat colour for each theme.
However, users can always manually tweak the colours to suit their personal preferences.
An important thing to note about this new feature is that these customizations will be private—only the user applying the theme will see the changes.
The recipient of the chats will see no difference in chat appearance.
This ensures that users can feel free to personalise their chat experience without affecting the experience of others.
Currently, this feature is rolling out to a limited number of users. WABetaInfo reports that the availability may vary in future.
As per reports, many users including those with devices like the Pixel 8 and iPhone running the latest beta updates have not yet received the new theme options as of now.
The feature is expected to expand to more users soon as the beta progresses.
Answer. WhatsApp is adding the long-awaited personalisation option finally to its platform. The custom chat theme feature allows users to set different themes for their conversations.
Answer. The new beta update version 2.24.21.34 will introduce 22 new chat themes and 20 colour options providing users plenty of choices to personalise chat windows.
Answer. An important thing to note about this new feature is that these customizations will be private—only the user applying the theme will see the changes. The recipient of the chats will see no difference in chat appearance.
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