WhatsApp is known for testing a plethora of features before finally rolling them out to people. From new multi-device features to upgraded notification reactions, we might see a lot of new features this year. And now the Meta-owned messaging platform has been seen testing a new chat filter for desktop users to help them further organize chats. Check out the details below!

According to a recent report from WABetaInfo (via XDA ), WhatsApp has rolled out the unread chat filter as part of its latest update to the beta version of its desktop client, taking the version number to 2.2221.1. This new filter allows users to easily distinguish unread chats on the platform.

The feature was seen right next to the search bar on WhatsApp beta for Desktop. It works just like any other filter, hiding the read messages and bringing the unread chats into the spotlight. There is also a single click button to clear the filter. You can check out the preview of the new unread filter on WhatsApp in the screenshot below.

This is indeed a welcome addition to the platform that allows users to easily manage their chat list and notice the unread messages that they missed earlier. In fact, WhatsApp can improve the feature further by adding other filter options. Currently, the app on Android and iOS has several chat filters available, but the unread chat filter is still missing. Although it is expected to reach mobile users as well.