INSIDE

Find WhatsApp conversations faster with new customizable chat lists

By Tim Hardwick

WhatsApp has made it easier to organize your conversations with the global rollout of custom chat lists. This new feature expands on the chat filters introduced earlier this year and offers a more personalized way to manage your messages.


To create a custom list, tap the plus (+) icon in the filter bar at the top of the Chats tab. You can add individual contacts or group chats to your lists, similar to how you use Favorites. For example, you can create separate lists for family members, co-workers, or neighborhood groups, allowing you to quickly find important conversations in your chat inbox.

The new lists will appear next to existing chat filters like All, Unread, and Groups in the filter bar. If you need to make changes, simply long-press any list name to edit its contents, allowing you to add or remove conversations as needed. The lists are rolling out to users today and will be available to everyone in the coming weeks, according to WhatsApp.

WhatsApp recently also added a new home screen widget for iPhone users. After updating to version 24.21.81 or later, you can add a widget to access recent chats, favorites, pinned conversations, or frequent friends directly from your iPhone’s home screen.

Tag: WhatsApp18 comments

Leave a Reply