WhatsApp application starts getting an update to its interface; paying off!

The release of the new WhatsApp interface for Android devices began on Wednesday (20). The appearance is the same as what was released for the beta version of the messenger and is gradually being made available to the general public.

In the new version, the WhatsApp tabs have been moved to the bottom. Leaving the top of the screen with just the messaging logo and the camera, search, and settings shortcut.

The new look of WhatsApp moves the tabs to the bottom of the screen.Source: Igor Alminara/Techmundo

In some ways, the new interface is more practical than the previous one. The buttons at the bottom of the screen – Chats, Updates, Communities and Calls – make it easy to navigate with just one hand, especially on mobile phones with large screens.

Moreover, the new design is closer to the WhatsApp app for iOS, which has adopted tabs at the bottom for years. This way, the platform makes the experience more similar on both platforms.

Update your app

According to user reports, the new feature is present in the latest version of the messaging program. It is important to check if there are pending downloads of WhatsApp on the Play Store.

The new feature is being rolled out gradually and has not yet been activated on all mobile phones in the newsroom. Techmundo. So, if you haven't seen the resource yet, all you have to do is wait for it.