TECHNOLOGY

WhatsApp tests coder-friendly features

By Sanjana Shankar

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New formatting tools

WhatsApp is reportedly testing new text formatting tools in its desktop beta version, which could benefit coders, programmers, and software developers.

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Code Block

These tools include a "Code Block" feature that could make technical codes more readable and easier for sharing.

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Quote

A "Quote" option is also being developed which will allow users to highlight specific parts of texts and reply directly.

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Simplified code sharing

Lastly, there will also be a tool for creating item lists within messages. These formatting features could simplify sharing code for software developers.

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Availability

Currently under development, these tools may be introduced in a beta update or dropped altogether. There is no word on the rollout on the beta channel.

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