Meta's messaging platform WhatsApp is reportedly working on a new feature that will allow users to check for the authenticity of an image. As per a report by WABetaInfo, a new 'reverse image search' feature will let users quickly search online for an image you've been sent to verify it.

Using this feature is quite easy, as per the report. When you tap on an image you've received, a new option, "Search on web," will appear in the three-dots menu at the top right. This will upload the image to Google, which will then show you identical and similar images, helping you assess the authenticity of what you've been sent.

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It will let users know if an image is real or fake. Up till now, users could search for an image by downloading it and then uploading it on Google to search. While manual image searching has always been an option, integrating this functionality directly into WhatsApp offers a more convenient and efficient solution. By simply searching for an image within the app, users can quickly gain context and identify potential misinformation.

Although currently limited to beta testers, this feature is expected to be rolled out to all users in the coming weeks or months.

In other news, WhatsApp has announced to roll out a new feature called Custom Chat Lists, that allows users to organize and prioritize their chats based on selected criteria. With this feature, users can create personalized lists to better manage their conversations and stay focused on the most important messages.

This feature allows you to categorize your chats into custom groups, such as "Family," "Work," or "Friends." By organizing your chats, you can easily filter and prioritize conversations. The company made the official announcement on X, formerly known as Twitter. The post's caption read, "create custom lists to filter your chats and focus on the people you care about in that moment. rolling out soon."

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