WhatsApp has rolled out a major update for Status that brings four creative tools to the app. Users can now make collages of up to six photos directly in their Status. They can also share music as a standalone Status or overlay songs as stickers on photos. Custom photo stickers let people turn any image into a sticker and place it freely. The “Add Yours” sticker invites friends to join a shared prompt. These tools aim to make Status posts more expressive and interactive. The update is available for Android and iOS devices worldwide and is still rolling out gradually.
What’s New
Photo Collages: Users can now combine up to six photos into a single Status post using the new Layout tool. The feature includes editing options to resize and position images within the collage. This makes it simple to share multiple moments from events or daily activities in one update.
Music Sharing: WhatsApp now allows users to share songs as Status updates in two ways. You can post music as a standalone update or add music stickers to photos and videos. This feature lets you share what you’re listening to or express your mood through music.
Custom Photo Stickers: This feature allows you to crop any photo and turn it into a sticker. You can resize or reshape the sticker, then place it anywhere on your Status. This feature gives a personal touch and lets people make fun and unique posts that reflect their style.
Interactive “Add Yours” Sticker: Inspired by Instagram, this interactive sticker lets you post a prompt (like “Best coffee moment” or “Throwback pic”). Friends can reply directly with their own photos or stories, and you can reshare their responses, creating fun chains of engagement within your contacts.
Privacy & Availability:
All Status updates remain protected by WhatsApp’s end-to-end encryption and are only visible to your chosen contacts. These features are rolling out gradually to Android and iOS users worldwide over the coming months.
How to Use Them:
- Collage: Go to Status > Select “Layout” > Pick photos (up to 6) > Arrange.
- Music: Go to Status > Tap the music icon > Choose song > Post alone or as a sticker.
- Photo Sticker: While editing Status > Tap sticker tool > Select photo > Customize & place.
- “Add Yours”: Add the sticker to your Status > Set your prompt > Invite friends to join.
With these four new features, WhatsApp Status just became a much more dynamic and interactive. Share your thoughts about this update in the comment section down below.
