WhatsApp has rolled out three new features aimed at making group chats more organized, interactive, and easier to manage.
The latest update introduces Member Tags, Text Stickers, and Event Reminders, all designed to improve communication and reduce confusion in busy group conversations.
The first major addition is Member Tags, a feature that allows users to assign themselves a role within a group chat. These tags help clearly define who does what in a group, such as “Admin,” “Organizer,” “Teacher,” or “Parent.” What makes Member Tags especially useful is that they can be customized for each group, meaning the same user can have different roles across different chats. This feature is expected to be particularly helpful in work groups, community chats, and event-based groups where clarity is essential.
The second new feature focuses on creativity and expression with Text Stickers. WhatsApp now allows users to turn any word or phrase into a sticker by simply typing text into the Sticker Search option. This eliminates the need for third-party apps or complicated steps. Once created, text stickers can be added directly to a user’s sticker pack without first sending them in a chat. This update makes it faster and easier to personalize conversations and adds a fun new way to communicate emotions or reactions in group chats.
The third feature is Event Reminders, aimed at improving group coordination. When creating an event within a group chat, users can now set custom early reminders for invited members. These reminders help ensure that participants don’t forget important meetings, gatherings, or deadlines. This is especially useful for planning events, managing schedules, and coordinating group activities more effectively.
With these three updates, WhatsApp continues to enhance its group chat experience by combining practicality with personalization. Member Tags bring clarity, Text Stickers add creativity, and Event Reminders improve reliability. Together, these features make WhatsApp group chats more organized, engaging, and user-friendly, reinforcing the platform’s position as one of the world’s most popular messaging apps.