While the last feature Meta has added to WhatsApp is the ability to send messages to yourself, many more are expected in the near future. One of them is a new feature that allows users to find old messages much faster. Even beta tests of this feature have already started.
The new function offers the ability to search for messages in chats by date. This way, you no longer have to scroll back to find old messages in chats. All you have to do is remember the possible date and year the conversation took place.
As discovered by WABetainfo, you can search for messages by date in both individual and group chats. When searching for messages, a calendar icon appears for you to select the date the conversation took place.
This new way to search for your old messages is available to some users who have installed WhatsApp beta 22.24.0.77 for iOS. The company seems to be making the feature available in a controlled manner, and it is expected to be available to more users in the coming days. The new functionality will likely be available for other WhatsApp clients soon as well.