WhatsApp adds @all mentions, poll controls and quick group creation
WhatsApp introduced three new tools for group chats. A new @all (or @todos) mention lets a user notify every participant with a single tag; the alert appears even in muted chats but can be disabled in notification settings. In groups larger than 32 members, only administrators may use the mention.
Polls now offer three enhancements: an end‑time that automatically closes voting, the option to hide voter names for anonymity, and a 15‑minute window to edit the poll question after posting.
A “Create similar group” button lets users duplicate the member list of an existing chat to start a sub‑group, useful for surprise events or focused discussions. The features are being rolled out globally and are already available to users in Brazil.
Entities: @all mention · Create similar group feature · Group chat polls · Meta Platforms · WhatsApp
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- [● 17 SOURCES] Users can create a new group from an existing group using a “Create similar group” button. (WhatsApp)
- [● 5 SOURCES] The updates are being rolled out globally and are already available to users in Brazil. (WhatsApp)
- [● 17 SOURCES] Polls now allow setting an end time that automatically closes voting. (WhatsApp)
- [● 17 SOURCES] In groups with more than 32 participants, only administrators can use the @all mention. (WhatsApp)
- [● 17 SOURCES] Polls can hide voter names for anonymity. (WhatsApp)
- [● 17 SOURCES] Poll creators can edit a poll question within 15 minutes after posting. (WhatsApp)
- [● 17 SOURCES] WhatsApp introduced a mention that notifies all group members, called @all or @todos. (WhatsApp)
- [● 17 SOURCES] The @all mention sends a notification even if the group chat is muted, but users can disable it in notification settings. (WhatsApp)