WhatsApp: Now you can edit sent messages

Now users can edit sent messages on WhatsApp with new update.

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WhatsApp users can click on a message they wish to modify and select the “Edit” option from the ensuing menu.

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This allows them to change the content of a message in case of regrets or errors.

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WhatsApp has confirmed that the implementation of this feature is underway globally.

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It is expected to become available to all users in the coming weeks.

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Naturally, there are limitations to editing messages.

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The app grants users a 15-minute window to edit any message they have sent.

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If the feature does not immediately appear after updating WhatsApp, users are advised to exercise a bit of patience.

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Now users can edit sent messages on WhatsApp with new update.

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WhatsApp users can click on a message they wish to modify and select the “Edit” option from the ensuing menu.

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This allows them to change the content of a message in case of regrets or errors.

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WhatsApp has confirmed that the implementation of this feature is underway globally.

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It is expected to become available to all users in the coming weeks.

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Naturally, there are limitations to editing messages.

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The app grants users a 15-minute window to edit any message they have sent.

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If the feature does not immediately appear after updating WhatsApp, users are advised to exercise a bit of patience.

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