WhatsApp releases fix for bug in chat bar, emoji keyboard

Meta-owned platform WhatsApp has released a fix in order to address a bug with the chat bar and the emoji keyboard, and it is available to everyone.

While trying to use the chat feature smoothly, several beta testers experienced significant issues with the WhatsApp beta for Android 2.25.3.2 update, reported WABetaInfo.

Specifically, the chat bar was incorrectly placed underneath the emoji picker when users opened the emoji keyboard making it complicated to transition quickly between these two elements.

As users could not easily return to typing in the chat after using the emoji keyboard, the bug caused frustration.

Moreover, some users discovered that dismissing the emoji picker through a gesture would temporarily restore the chat bar, however, this workaround was far from ideal, as it disrupted the flow of conversation.

Affecting the overall chat experience, this issue caused interruptions in communications.

Ensuring that the chat bar always appears in the proper position, the latest update restores the correct functionality, allowing for a seamless and fluid experience when switching between the emoji keyboard and the chat bar.

Additionally, by backing up chat history, users can easily downgrade to a previous version of the app without losing their conversations, ensuring they don't lose valuable data in case the beta version causes significant problems.

The fix is rolling out after installing the latest WhatsApp beta for Android 2.25.3.4 update from the Google Play Store.