How to Find, Join and create WhatsApp Channels
WhatsApp has always been the best app to communicate with friends and family members. The instant messaging app is free and available to everyone.
The instant messaging app also receives frequent updates to maintain its active user base. We are discussing WhatsApp because it recently got a new feature called 'Channels'.
What are WhatsApp Channels?
WhatsApp channels are a reliable, simple and private way to receive important updates from organizations and people. It is a one-way broadcast tool for admins to send text, photos, videos, stickers, polls, etc.
WhatsApp mentioned that the channels will work independently of regular chats. There is a dedicated section for channels to follow different channels without revealing their preferences to followers.
All the channels you follow will appear on the Updates tab of the app. The company has also introduced some new features in Channels to enhance functionality and user experience.
How to Join and Find channels on WhatsApp
Now that you know what WhatsApp channels are, you may be curious to know how to find and join new channels. Here's how to find and join channels on the WhatsApp app.
1. Open Google Play Store on your Android device and search for WhatsApp and update it.
2. After updating WhatsApp open it on your mobile phone.
3.Now, switch to Updates.
4. At the bottom of the screen, tap the Find Channels option.
5. Now, you will be asked to agree to the terms and conditions of using the WhatsApp channel. Tap on Agree and Continue button.
6. Now, you will be able to see all the channels you can follow. To follow them simply tap the (+) button next to the channel name.
7. You can also use the search bar at the top to find the channels of your choice.
That’s it! This way you can find and join WhatsApp channels in easy steps.
How to create WhatsApp channel?
It is very easy to create a WhatsApp Channel. However, there are a few things you should consider before you decide to create a WhatsApp channel.
WhatsApp channels have launched but are not yet available to everyone. Even if the channel is available, you will not be able to create a channel because this feature may not be available to you yet.
- Open the WhatsApp app and switch to the Updates tab.
- Tap (+) on the Updates tab and select New Channel.
- Now tap on Get Started button.
- Now, continue through the onscreen prompts.
- Finalize the channel by adding name, description, icon, etc.
- Now tap on the create channel button.
That’s it! you are done! In this way you can create your own WhatsApp channel.
Features that will help you start a WhatsApp channel
With WhatsApp Channels, Meta introduced some channel specific features that will enhance the user experience. Here are the key features to help you start a WhatsApp channel.
Advanced Directory: Here, you can find channels to follow. This section will display channels based on your country.You also have the option to filter new, most active, or popular channels by number of followers.
Reactions: You can react using emojis to messages sent by WhatsApp channel admins. You can also see a count of total reactions, but how you respond will not be shown to followers.
Forwarding: Whenever you forward a channel update to chats/groups, the message will include a link to the channel so people can get more information.
Privacy Controls: WhatsApp channel administrators will have the option to block screenshots and forwards from their channel. Admins can also decide who can follow their channel and whether they want their channel to be searchable in the directory.
So, this is all about WhatsApp Channels. We have also shared the steps to find WhatsApp channels and create your own channel. Let us know what you think about the new WhatsApp channels in the comments below.
Hope this post will help you to create and find WhatsApp Channels.
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