WhatsApp to introduce new Meta AI shortcut for chats

WhatsApp has added a new shortcut to its interface that enables users to open a conversation with Meta AI from the chats tab, improving its visibility and accessibility for users.

According to WABetaInfo, the new shortcut, unveiled by the Meta-owned instant-messaging app in the latest WhatsApp beta for iOS 24.25.10.79 update, replaces the previous shortcut at the top of the navigation bar.

With this placement, Meta's popular instant-messaging app aims to improve the feature's visibility and accessibility, especially on larger devices where reaching the top of the screen may be inconvenient.

Additionally, the app aims to encourage more users to explore AI-powered features and experiment with functionalities such as generating personalised images, through the new shortcut.

This change reflects a thoughtful adjustment that caters to user experience, particularly in the Android version, where the shortcut resembles the floating action button.

However, it's important to note that this design choice could be seen as a test rather than a definitive placement.

WhatsApp may continue to tweak the interface based on user preferences and feedback.

The shortcut is currently available to some beta testers who install the latest version of WhatsApp beta for iOS from the TestFlight app, and it will be rolled out to more people over the coming weeks.