Many active WhatsApp users often find their storage space being consumed by the voluminous shared files from the platform. To address this, WhatsApp is currently developing a feature that offers users detailed control over the storage space each chat occupies, in addition to improvements on clearing large and redundant files.
WhatsApp is developing a novel feature that will allow users to effectively manage the storage space each chat occupies on their device. Present in the information page of individual chats, the “Manage Storage” function enables users to view an array of files shared within a chat and sort them based on their size.
The new feature will offer users the capability to monitor the contents of all chats and delete large, unnecessary files. The feature will enable the sorting of shared files such as images, videos, and documents according to the time shared.
At first glance, this feature may not appear significant, given that users can already access the global “Manage Storage” menu in the settings and view files and media from all conversations. However, placing this information in a more accessible location within each chat’s settings makes this feature more user-friendly.
Currently, this new feature is only accessible to a limited number of iOS beta users of WhatsApp. However, the roll-out of this feature is ongoing and is expected to be available to more users soon.
For many users who are active in several WhatsApp groups, this feature is a welcome development. These groups often flood storage with unnecessary files, making it difficult for users to manage their digital space. The new feature targets this problem, providing users with an efficient way to declutter files from these chats.
What is the new feature WhatsApp is working on?
WhatsApp is developing a feature that allows users to manage and control the storage space each chat occupies on their device.
How does the new feature work?
The “Manage Storage” function enables users to view and sort shared files within a chat based on their size. It allows users to delete large unnecessary files, improving the management of their storage.
Who can access this new feature currently?
As of now, the feature is only available to a limited number of iOS beta users of WhatsApp. However, a broader roll-out of the feature is expected soon.
