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WhatsApp allows users to add and edit contacts within the app

WhatsApp is a popular messaging platform that allows people to interact with others all over the world. The simplicity of use of WhatsApp is one of its most attractive features.

WhatsApp allow users to add and edit contacts within the app. The function is open to select beta testers who download the latest and most recent version of WhatsApp beta for Android through the Google Play Store. This new feature improves contact management by removing the need to move between the WhatsApp app and the phone’s contact list.

How to add and edit contacts within the whatsApp?

To add a new contact in WhatsApp, follow these steps:

• Open WhatsApp and tap on the “Chats” tab.
• Tap on the “New Chat” icon at the bottom right corner of the screen.
• Tap on the “New Contact” option.
• Enter the contact’s name and phone number.
• Tap on “Save” to add the contact.

If desired, users can additionally include other information such as a profile picture or email address.

It is also simple to edit a contact within WhatsApp. Users can edit a contact by going to the conversation with them and tapping on their name at the top of the screen. They may then choose “Edit Contact” to make any required changes to the contact’s information.

As seen in this screenshot, users may now add contacts straight from within the WhatsApp app. This reduces the need for users to move between apps. If you want to see if the function is already accessible for your WhatsApp account, go to your contacts list and select “New contact”: if the area shown in the picture displays, it implies you can create contacts without leaving WhatsApp. You may also add unidentified phone numbers to the list of contacts when they contact you on WhatsApp without having to switch to the contacts app. It should be noted that this function is not restricted to the process of adding contacts; you may also edit contact information directly within the app.

This feature undoubtedly saves users time: adding or editing a contact within the app simply takes a few seconds, whereas navigating to the contacts app and then managing a contact might take a little longer. Furthermore, users will not lose focus on their present WhatsApp activity: if users had to switch applications to add or change a contact’s information, they could forget what they were doing in the discussion.

Some beta testers who install the current beta version of WhatsApp for Android now have the ability to add and edit contacts within the app, and it will be available to even more users in the coming days.

Conclusion

Overall, the ability to add and edit contacts within the WhatsApp app is a great new feature that improves the platform’s management and communication with contacts. It’s a great addition for WhatsApp users who use it for both personal and business use, and extra contact management functions are expected to be added in the future.

FAQs

Can I delete a contact from WhatsApp?

No, you cannot erase a WhatsApp contact. To remove a person from your WhatsApp contacts list, remove their phone number from your phone’s contacts.

Can I add a contact to WhatsApp even if they don’t have WhatsApp account?

Yes

Can I change the name of a contact in WhatsApp without changing their name in my phone’s contacts?

Yes, you may change the name of a contact on WhatsApp without changing their name in your phone’s contacts.

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