You can now react to WhatsApp messages with a simple emoji, rather than having to type a response.
It was last month when the Meta-owned social media platform announced it would introduce the feature, alongside its Communities initiative, which allows people to bring together separate groups under one umbrella, so they can receive updates sent to the community and organise smaller discussion groups.
"Emoji reactions are coming to WhatsApp so people can quickly share their opinion without flooding chats with new messages," read the blog post announcing the move.
And now they're here. But how do they work?
It's pretty simple and works in the same way as other platforms, such as Instagram and Messenger. Emoji reactions let you react quickly to messages by using a face with tears of joy, for example.
Right now there are six emoji options: thumbs up, heart, face with tears of joy, face with mouth open, crying face and prayer hands.
All emojis and skin tones will come, said head of WhatsApp Will Cathcart on Twitter.
To make it work on mobile, simply long-press on a message and pick the relevant emoji from the message bubble.
To see how many people have reacted to a message and what emoji they've used, tap on the emojis directly that will show in the message bubble.
For those using the app on desktop, simply hover your cursor over the message and click on the emoji icon that will appear on the righthand side of it.
If you change your mind about a thumbs up and want to do a crying face instead, for example, simply repeat the process and choose the new emoji.
To remove it altogether, long-press the message or tap the reaction and then press the emoji you reacted with again.
It's worth noting that you can only add one reaction per message and reactions to disappearing messages will vanish when the message does.
It's not possible to hide reactions or reaction counts, either, and recipients might see your reaction before you remove it or if your removal didn't work — and you won't be notified if removing the reaction wasn't successful.
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Zidane's managerial achievements
La Liga: 2016/17
Spanish Super Cup: 2017
Uefa Champions League: 2015/16, 2016/17, 2017/18
Uefa Super Cup: 2016, 2017
Fifa Club World Cup: 2016, 2017
Benefits of first-time home buyers' scheme
- Priority access to new homes from participating developers
- Discounts on sales price of off-plan units
- Flexible payment plans from developers
- Mortgages with better interest rates, faster approval times and reduced fees
- DLD registration fee can be paid through banks or credit cards at zero interest rates
Three trading apps to try
Sharad Nair recommends three investment apps for UAE residents:
- For beginners or people who want to start investing with limited capital, Mr Nair suggests eToro. “The low fees and low minimum balance requirements make the platform more accessible,” he says. “The user interface is straightforward to understand and operate, while its social element may help ease beginners into the idea of investing money by looking to a virtual community.”
- If you’re an experienced investor, and have $10,000 or more to invest, consider Saxo Bank. “Saxo Bank offers a more comprehensive trading platform with advanced features and insight for more experienced users. It offers a more personalised approach to opening and operating an account on their platform,” he says.
- Finally, StashAway could work for those who want a hands-off approach to their investing. “It removes one of the biggest challenges for novice traders: picking the securities in their portfolio,” Mr Nair says. “A goal-based approach or view towards investing can help motivate residents who may usually shy away from investment platforms.”
How the bonus system works
The two riders are among several riders in the UAE to receive the top payment of £10,000 under the Thank You Fund of £16 million (Dh80m), which was announced in conjunction with Deliveroo's £8 billion (Dh40bn) stock market listing earlier this year.
The £10,000 (Dh50,000) payment is made to those riders who have completed the highest number of orders in each market.
There are also riders who will receive payments of £1,000 (Dh5,000) and £500 (Dh2,500).
All riders who have worked with Deliveroo for at least one year and completed 2,000 orders will receive £200 (Dh1,000), the company said when it announced the scheme.
The specs
Engine: 4.0-litre flat-six
Torque: 450Nm at 6,100rpm
Transmission: 7-speed PDK auto or 6-speed manual
Fuel economy, combined: 13.8L/100km
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