WhatsApp is experimenting with an innovative feature in its Windows beta version – transforming images into stickers directly within the app, this addition aims to enhance user experience by simplifying the sticker creation process.
Accessing the Sticker Maker
In the latest beta release, users can find the new sticker-making tool by navigating to the sticker section in chat conversations, by clicking the “+” icon, users can select an image from their computer to convert into a sticker.
Editing and Customization Tools
Once an image is chosen, a photo editor opens up, offering basic editing tools, these include image cropping, adding emojis, text, drawing, blurring, and more, these functionalities allow for personalized sticker creation without leaving the app.
Availability Across Platforms
This feature, which was recently introduced in the iPhone app and the web version, is expected to roll out soon for Android and desktop versions, this makes it easier for users to turn existing computer images into stickers without transferring them to a phone or using external applications.
Using and Saving the Created Stickers
After creating a sticker, it can be sent to any contact and saved in the sticker album for future use, this enhances the convenience and accessibility of personalized stickers in conversations.
Update Availability
The new tool is available to users who update their WhatsApp version on Windows through the Microsoft Store, a broader rollout is expected in the coming days, gradually reaching all users.
Additional Testing Features
WhatsApp is also testing new options in the settings section of its Windows version, these features will allow users to control audio and video input and output devices within the app, more comprehensive updates are anticipated to be released in stable versions for all users soon.
