WhatsApp Enhances Android Tablet Experience with Split-view Feature

WhatsApp, one of the most popular messaging apps in the world, recently announced an exciting new feature for Android tablet users: split-view. For years, this was a lacking attribute on WhatsApp; however, WABetaInfo reported that they are taking strides to improve user experience with their app and enable better support for Android tablets by adding this split view feature. With this change now available in the app’s beta version, we can expect even more convenience when using WhatsApp from your tablet device.

According to this latest report, adding a new feature will make tablet users’ lives much easier. Not only will they be able to take advantage of an improved user interface specifically tailored for larger screens, but they also have the option of multitasking — simultaneously displaying two different sections in the app. This should significantly enhance their experience with using the application.

Available for tablets running WhatsApp Beta version

WABetaInfo’s screenshot demonstrates that conversation threads and chat views are now separated into two distinct sides of the screen – with conversations taking place on the right and a chat view placed to its left. This is an advancement from prior versions where an entire tablet display was taken up by either one or the other.

Currently, this alteration is only available through WhatsApp 2.23.5.9, which also enables reporting for status updates and provides a mute option for notifications.

Recently, WhatsApp rolled out a new companion mode feature that allowed users to link their Android tablets with an existing account. Although this benefited many people who could now use the app without any workarounds, it wasn’t well optimized for big-screen devices. In response to this issue, they just released a split-view update which significantly improves user experience on larger screens.

How to enable WhatsApp Split View feature on Android tablet

If you want to use WhatsApp’s Split View feature on your Android tablet then your first step would require you to install WhatsApp 2.23.5.9 version. Unfortunately, this version is only available for beta testers. If you’re not a WhatsApp beta tester, then you won’t be able to get your hands on the new Split View feature just yet. However, you can become a beta tester and test the new feature on your Android tablet.

Before WhatsApp launches its innovative features to billions of users around the world, beta testers are invited to test them out first. This allows WhatsApp to identify and address any bugs or user experience problems before rolling it out on a wider scale. Beta testing is an effective way for the company to ensure that all functionality can be utilized properly by end-users.

To set up your account on an Android tablet, head to the Google Play Store and search for WhatsApp. Scroll to the bottom of WhatsApp’s page and you will find a panel labeled ‘Become a beta tester‘. Click on ‘I’m in‘ and then select ‘Join‘ to confirm your intent.

If you’re registering on your laptop or desktop, head to https://play.google.com/apps/testing/com.whatsapp from any browser. You’ll then see a dialog box with the “Become A Beta Tester” button; simply click that and voila! Now you can experience all of WhatsApp’s newest features before anyone else does., including WhatsApp Split-view feature for Android tablets.

After signing up to be a beta-tester, you will observe an incoming update from WhatsApp on either your Android tablet announcing the start of your new role. The said upgrade is what we call the “beta version”, and it should arrive in no more than several hours.

Once you have the new beta update installed on the WhatsApp app on your Android tablet, you will see the split-view feature enabled by default. You will see the chats now visible in the left panel and messages on the right-hand side of the screen — making it easier to stay organized without missing important conversations.

Moreover, it is important to note that joining the WhatsApp beta tester program as an opt-in is a voluntary choice and you can choose to leave whenever you please. To leave, simply go to Google Play Store on either your PC or smartphone, then open the WhatsApp beta page with the same Google ID. Click ‘Leave’ and confirm when prompted; afterward make sure all information has been backed up before uninstalling. Finally, reinstall once more for completion of the process.