WhatsApp is developing a new feature called Threads which will group replies to specific messages into a thread or chain.
This will help users keep track of conversations, finding specific responses and navigating long and messy conversations.
The feature is expected to be available on individual conversations, group chats, communities and channels, though replying to messages in channels is still under development.
WABetaInfo spotted the feature in the Android 2.25.7.7 update, and a screenshot shows a pop-up displaying replies sent by several users in a group discussion.
Users can tap on any quoted message to view the responses, but the original message will not appear in the threaded view.
There is no indication yet as to when the Threads feature will be available, but it marks a major change and a welcome one for organisation and planning among large groups of users.