WhatsApp is working on this new feature for sharing status updates on iOS

WhatsApp, Meta’s popular cross-platform instant messaging app, is reportedly working on a new feature for iOS that will improve the way WhatsApp statuses are shared in Facebook stories. The service was recently spotted working on a new option that would allow users to share their status updates using Facebook stories without leaving the app. It will also give users more control. This upcoming feature is currently under development and has been spotted in the WhatsApp iOS 23.7.0.75 beta available in the TestFlight app.

According to a recent report from feature tracker WABetaInfo, Whatsapp is working on a new option that will allow users to share their status updates with Facebook stories without leaving WhatsApp. Also, users can decide whether or not to share their status in Facebook stories by enabling or disabling the feature in WhatsApp status settings. The app adds the new functionality in the privacy settings of the status.

The tracker website also shared a screenshot of the feature spotted in WhatsApp Beta for iOS 23.7.0.75 update. It shows an option to enable the ability to share status for Facebook stories, similar to Instagram. However, the feature is disabled by default and users need to enable it manually. If users choose not to share their status updates in Facebook stories, they can opt out at any time.

Currently, WhatsApp allows users to share their status on Facebook story by manually sharing the update every time they post something new. The new feature to share status updates for Facebook stories without leaving the app is under development and will be available in a future update of the app.

Recently, the platform was too sighted Working on the ability to edit messages. According to the report, an edited message will appear with an “edited” label visible to all participants in a chat. WhatsApp for iOS 23.6.0.74 beta in TestFlight app now shows a special warning for edited messages.