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WhatsApp adds new text formatting options – here's how to use - StartupNews.fyi
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1y ago
Medial
WhatsApp has introduced four new text formatting options to assist users in crafting and organizing their messages. The options include bulleted and numbered lists, block quotes, and inline code. These features are designed to save time and enhance communication, particularly in group chats. In addition to these updates, WhatsApp plans to introduce passkey support for its iPhone app and has already added voice message and poll creation options for channel administrators. The latest features can be accessed by updating the app on iOS, Android, Mac, or the web.
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WhatsApp adds new text formatting options to improve messaging
The Verge
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1y ago
Medial
WhatsApp has introduced new text formatting options, including bulleted and numbered lists, block quotes, and inline code. These features aim to enhance communication by allowing users to organize and highlight their messages. The update is available for WhatsApp on Android, iOS, Web, and Mac, alongside support for Channels. These new options join the existing formatting formats of bold, italic, strikethrough, and monospace. Users can now easily add bullet points using the "-" symbol, create numbered lists by adding digits followed by a period and space, and highlight text using the ">" symbol.
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WhatsApp now lets you search conversations by date on Android
TechCrunch
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1y ago
Medial
WhatsApp has introduced a new "search by date" feature for individual and group chats on Android devices. The feature allows users to search for specific chats on a particular date rather than specifying a date range. This update follows WhatsApp's previous testing of chat filters and introduces new text formatting options such as bulleted and numbered lists, block quotes, and inline code for individual and group chats. The search by date function was already available on iOS, Mac desktop, and WhatsApp Web.
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Microsoft releases a bold new update for Notepad
The Verge
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1m ago
Medial
Microsoft has released a significant update for the Windows Notepad app, introducing text formatting capabilities including bold, italic, and hyperlink options, alongside Markdown support. This update is available for Windows 11's Canary and Dev Channel testers. A new formatting toolbar facilitates these features, adding to the app's existing functionalities. Users can toggle between formatted and Markdown syntax views, and the changes follow Microsoft's removal of WordPad and the integration of AI-generated text features.
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WhatsApp may soon transcribe your voice notes in Hindi. Here's how it could work
Livemint
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1y ago
Medial
WhatsApp is reportedly working on a new feature that will allow users to transcribe their voice messages on their devices. The feature was spotted in WhatsApp for iPhone beta update and may also arrive in the Android version. Users will need to download additional data to use the feature, which is based on advanced speech recognition technology and works locally on the device. There are indications that users will be able to choose a language for voice transcripts, with options including Hindi, English, Russian, Portuguese (Brazil), and Spanish. The official launch of the feature is still awaited.
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'My eyes are bleeding': Elon Musk decrees removal of bold and italics text
Livemint
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9m ago
Medial
- Bold, italics, and other formatting options have been removed from X's main timeline. - Users can still view these formatting options when they click on post details. - The removal of bold font is due to excessive use and misuse for engagement farming. - Blocked users on X can now see posts from the person who blocked them but can't interact with those posts. - Previously, blocked users received a blocking message when attempting to view a profile. - Livemint has been recognized as the fastest growing news website globally, while also being India's top platform for General Election Results.
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Elon Musk's X introduces long-form content sharing with 'Articles' feature
Livemint
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1y ago
Medial
X, formerly known as Twitter and led by Elon Musk, has introduced a new feature called "Articles" in response to potential regulatory changes in the EU. This feature enables users to share extensive content, including text, images, videos, and links, with formatting options and audience control. The article provides a step-by-step guide on composing, editing, and deleting articles. It also mentions that the feature is only available to X Premium+ users and verified organizations, adding exclusivity to long-form content sharing on the platform.
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WhatsApp gets a new low light mode for video calls. Here's how to enable
Livemint
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9m ago
Medial
WhatsApp has introduced a low light mode feature for video calls, allowing users to have better video quality in low lighting conditions. By tapping on the bulb logo during a video call, users can enable the low light mode. This feature is available on both iOS and Android versions of WhatsApp. Additionally, WhatsApp has rolled out a new update that allows users to personalize their conversations with chat themes. These themes offer customization options for chat backgrounds and conversation colors, providing a more personalized experience for users.
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How Indian Edtech Startups Can Use WhatsApp To 10x Their Business Potential
Inc42
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1y ago
Medial
Edtech brands can leverage WhatsApp Business API to effectively manage customer interactions and enhance their business potential. With WhatsApp being the top messaging app globally, Indian edtech institutes have been quick to adopt WhatsApp Business for communication purposes. While the WhatsApp Business App lacks some essential functionalities for edtech brands, the WhatsApp Business API offers advanced automation options. Some use cases mentioned include acquiring new students, improving enrollment rates, creating personalized onboarding experiences, and improving engagement through customer segmentation and broadcast lists. The article highlights the benefits of upgrading to WhatsApp Business API for growing edtech brands.
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What is WhatsApp Privacy Checkup?
Livemint
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1y ago
Medial
WhatsApp has launched a new Privacy Checkup feature on Android and iOS. This step-by-step feature allows users to adjust privacy settings and enhance the security of their messages, calls, and personal information. Users can control who can contact them, manage personal information sharing, set a default message timer, and add additional security measures such as fingerprint protection. Livemint explains how to use Privacy Checkup on your phone and customize your privacy settings for a safer WhatsApp experience.
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Samsung’s new phones replace Google AI with Baidu in China
The Verge
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1y ago
Medial
Samsung has launched its Galaxy S24 lineup in China and is partnering with Chinese tech giant Baidu for its Galaxy AI features. The Chinese version of the smartphone will use Baidu's Ernie chatbot, as Google is not mentioned in this launch. The AI features include translation, summarization, and text formatting, along with real-time call translation and a version of Google's Circle to Search feature. This substitution is likely due to Google's limited presence in China. Baidu had to gain approval from the Chinese government before launching Ernie.
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