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Channel Alerts: Real-Time Insights For Administrators
The Channel Alerts feature, introduced in the WhatsApp Beta for Android 2.23.26.6 update, is designed to provide real-time data to channel administrators about the suspension of their channels. This includes notifications about potential violations of WhatsApp's policies. Administrators can leverage this feature to request a review of their suspension directly through the Channel Alerts screen.
WABetaInfo, a reliable source for WhatsApp updates, suggests that this feature adds a new layer of transparency to the platform. Users can now identify issues with their channels and take necessary actions to address them.
Improved Viewing & Message Search Features
WhatsApp is also introducing two other features for Android users. Firstly, the platform will now hide navigation labels and the top app bar when users scroll through the app.This change is intended to provide users with a larger view of their chats, call logs, community group chats, and channels.
Secondly, users will gain the ability to search for messages by date, enhancing the efficiency of browsing chat history and finding specific messages. This feature aims to make the process more convenient and time-saving.
Future Integration With Instagram Status Updates
Further, WhatsApp is exploring integration with Instagram, enabling users to share their status updates directly as Stories on the popular photo-sharing platform.This move is expected to save users time and offer a seamless cross-platform experience.
Notably, WhatsApp introduced its Instagram-like Channel feature earlier this year in India. The platform functions as a one-way communication channel, allowing administrators to transmit various content, including text messages, photos, videos, stickers, and polls.
WhatsApp is actively working on creating a searchable directory to help users discover channels aligned with their interests, including hobbies, sports teams, and updates from local authorities.
Stay tuned for these updates, set to roll out to Android users in the coming days.
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