WhatsApp is developing a new button to streamline searching old messages on iPhones, enabling users to enter search mode directly while scrolling through chats.
The feature is currently under development
Aug 10, 2026
02:53 pm
What's the storyWhatsApp is working on a new feature to make it easier for iPhone users to search through long conversations.
The instant messaging platform is testing a dedicated search button that would appear directly within an iPhone chat.
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