New WhatsApp feature gives users quick access to priority contacts, groups

Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg recently announced a new feature for WhatsApp that makes it easier for users to prioritise and manage their communications.

According to WABetaInfo, after revealing new AI-powered business features and Meta Verified for WhatsApp, the 40-year-old tech billionaire will be introducing a "favourite" filter to the instant messaging app owned by his social media giant.

Users may look forward to a wider release for the new filter which allows them to quickly locate favourite chats, groups, and calls, according to Zuckerberg's announcement on his official WhatsApp channel.

This update enables users to easily access their most important conversations, both individual and group, directly from the chats tab.

In addition, another filter to allow users to quickly locate their favorites is now available within the calls tab, conveniently putting the process of placing calls just a tap away.

How to use WhatsApp's new filter?

There are multiple methods that allow users to mark chats and groups as favourites, WABetaInfo reported.

• Users may add chats and groups to their favourites by accessing the "Favorites" tab within the chats list.
• They can designate specific contacts and groups as favourites directly from the chat info or the calls tab. 
• Users can also manage favourites within the app settings, where they can easily add, organise, and remove them.

The feature is available for both Android and iOS users.