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WhatsApp rolls out chat navigation update
WhatsApp adds new chat navigation button for better readability and access.
In brief
WhatsApp adds new chat navigation button for better readability and access. WhatsApp is rolling out a new navigation button in chats and groups that shows profile photo, name, and online status while improving readability on iOS. Originally reported by WABetaInfo.
New chat navigation experience
WhatsApp is rolling out a new navigation experience for chats and groups on iOS.
Fixes readability issue
The update solves a readability problem with the navigation bar on certain wallpapers.
Liquid Glass compatibility
The feature is available for accounts with the Liquid Glass interface enabled on iOS 26.39.75.
New navigation button
The button shows profile photo, name, and online status with a background that adapts to wallpaper.
Popup menu options
Tapping the button shows a popup menu with shortcuts for individual chats, groups, and business accounts.
Rolling out to users
The feature is available to some users and will roll out to more people over the coming weeks.
The takeaway
WhatsApp is rolling out a new navigation button in chats and groups that shows profile photo, name, and online status while improving readability on iOS.
