WhatsApp has introduced a fresh update for its Windows app via the official beta channel on the Microsoft Store. This update brings a new feature known as the Sticker Converter Tool, previously introduced for iPhone users on iOS. With this tool, users can easily convert images into stickers. Let’s explore this update and other recent modifications happening on the Meta-owned messaging app.
Windows Users' WhatsApp Stickers
According to a report from WABetaInfo, the latest update (Beta version 2.2403.3.0) on WhatsApp for Windows introduces a Sticker feature. This new addition allows users to easily convert images into stickers. The feature is currently available to certain beta testers who have installed the latest update from the Microsoft Store. For others, the update will be gradually rolled out in the coming days. This feature is designed to streamline the experience for users who primarily use WhatsApp on their desktop, allowing them to save time and effort by creating stickers directly within the Windows app.
How to Utilize WhatsApp Windows' Stickers Feature
WhatsApp has rolled out the Stickers feature for Windows users, as reported by WABetaInfo. To access the new Sticker Converter Tool, users should make sure they have the latest version of WhatsApp installed from the Microsoft Store.
Here’s how to use the Sticker Converter Tool:
- Open the stickers tray.
- Click on the large “+” symbol to discover more stickers.
- Look for a “Create Sticker” popup.
- Choose between the two options: “Use a photo” or “Generate with AI.”
- Once created, the custom sticker will be automatically saved in the sticker tray for future use.
Backup for WhatsApp and Additional Beta Updates
In the recent update version 2.24.3.21, WhatsApp has introduced a significant change affecting user storage. Previously, users enjoyed free storage backups on the messaging app. However, with this update, there will no longer be complimentary storage for backups, and users will need to manage their WhatsApp backup data or consider paying for Google Drive storage.
This update means that the storage used for backups will now be accounted for in users’ Google accounts. To check the percentage of storage used in their cloud account, users can navigate to settings and select chat backups. It’s important to note that users can still continue backing up their data without incurring extra charges, as long as they have available storage within the 15GB of free cloud storage included with their Google Account or any additional purchased storage.
Here is a list of other WhatsApp beta version updates, along with their features:
- WhatsApp beta for Android 2.24.3.17: Working on a new chat caption feature to identify end-to-end encrypted conversations.
- WhatsApp beta for iOS 24.2.10.73: Working on passkey support for secure account login.
- WhatsApp beta for iOS 24.2.10.72: Working on chat interoperability feature to comply with new EU regulations.
- WhatsApp beta for Android 2.24.3.20: Working on a pinned events section for community group chats.
- WhatsApp beta for Android 2.24.3.9: Working on a feature to allow users to transfer ownership of their channels.
All these features are currently available in Beta versions and will soon be released on the stable versions of WhatsApp as well.
WhatsApp’s latest Windows update introduces the Sticker Converter Tool, allowing users to effortlessly transform images into stickers. Rolled out in Beta version 2.2403.3.0, this feature streamlines sticker creation within the Windows app. The significant update version 2.24.3.21 changes how user storage is handled, eliminating free backups and requiring users to manage data or pay for Google Drive storage. Storage usage now reflects in users’ Google accounts. Other beta updates include chat caption features, passkey support for secure login, compliance with EU chat interoperability regulations, a pinned events section for group chats, and a channel ownership transfer feature.
