The instant messaging app is expected to improve the"Forward Media with caption" function

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The function was earlier made available to iOS users

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A warning mechanism to let users know that they can transmit audiovisual files with captions is being implemented on the app

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As per reports, anytime an image, video, GIF, or document with a caption is transmitted, a warning kicks in

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The user would be allowed to delete the caption from the media before forwarding it to anyone

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WhatsApp is also developing a new "Report status update" function for the Android beta.

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