The popular instant messaging app WhatsApp, owned by Meta, is reportedly set to introduce a new feature that allows users to add a custom description to sent pictures, videos, GIFs, and documents. The feature is currently being tested by a select group of beta testers and will be available to more users soon.

According to the website WABetaInfo, which tracks updates to WhatsApp, this feature will be useful in situations where the current caption does not accurately describe the media or if the user wants to add a different description altogether. Users will be able to add a custom description by removing the existing caption, and the new description will be sent as a separate message.

This feature will allow users to give more context to forwarded media by sharing their thoughts, opinions, or feelings about it and explaining why they forwarded it. It can help alleviate errors and misinterpretations and enhance the understanding of the media’s content among recipients.

It’s worth noting that some users may experience difficulty downloading videos or viewing status updates after installing this update. In such cases, users should wait for the next update, which is likely to resolve the issue.

Some beta testers have already reported having access to this feature when forwarding media with a caption. The feature may become available to more users in the coming days after installing the most recent WhatsApp beta for Android update from the Play Store.

WhatsApp’s new feature can be a game-changer for users who want to provide more context to their forwarded media. It can also help prevent misunderstandings and promote better communication among WhatsApp users.