Discord experiments with built-in feature to save messages and create reminders

Discord recently restored 480p streaming quality, and it looks like the platform is now cooking up a new feature that could make your chat experience even more seamless. A recent data mine screenshot reveals that Discord is testing a built-in option to save messages directly within the app. This new feature, appropriately named “For Later,” promises to let users bookmark important messages and set reminders, all within the cozy confines of Discord.

If you’ve ever lost track of a precious message — like a heartfelt DM from a friend or an epic piece of fan art — this feature could be a game changer. Instead of frantically scrolling through endless chat logs, you might soon have the ability to simply save that message and return to it whenever you want. And for those who are always on the go, the addition of reminders will make sure you never miss a beat.

However, as exciting as this all sounds, there’s a small catch. The feature is currently in an experimental phase and hasn’t even hit Discord’s Canary or PTB (Public Test Build) versions yet. This means it might still be a while before we see it rolled out to the masses. And here’s the kicker: there’s a good chance this nifty tool could be locked behind Discord Nitro, the platform’s premium subscription service. While Nitro users often get first dibs on new features, the prospect of message saving being a paywalled feature doesn’t sit right with me.

Still, even if it does end up as a Nitro-exclusive, the buzz around this feature shows just how much demand there is for a better way to keep track of important messages on Discord. Currently, there are third-party bots that allow you to set reminders for free, but nothing beats a native feature built directly into the app.

For now, all we can do is wait and see how Discord’s experiment pans out. Whether you’re a casual user or a long-time Nitro subscriber, this could be a feature that makes your Discord experience just a little bit better. And who knows, if the feedback is strong enough, Discord might just decide to make it available to everyone. After all, keeping track of those meaningful messages shouldn’t have to come with a price tag.