Meta-owned WhatsApp is introducing a new feature that allows users to open the photo and video gallery directly from the chat bar.
This shortcut replaces the previous option that enabled users to access the camera, simplifying the process of reaching gallery content without navigating through multiple steps, as reported by WABetaInfo.
With this new gallery shortcut, users can quickly access their stored photos and videos with a single tap, saving time compared to first opening the chat attachment menu.
Additionally, users can still record instant video messages by tapping and holding the new gallery button, maintaining a feature that many find useful for quick video responses.
Currently, this feature is being rolled out to a limited number of beta testers, meaning not all users will have immediate access to it.
WhatsApp may be using this rollout as a testing phase to gather feedback and assess user convenience.
Moreover, if the feature fails to meet user expectations, it may not be a permanent addition, despite its potential benefits.
For those who can access it, this gallery shortcut provides an enhanced way to share moments captured outside of WhatsApp without additional steps.
