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❤ What "Reactions" would you like to see on SW? And how would you show Disapproval? 😥

[b]We have plans to implement Reactions/Emotions to Posts (and possibly Comments) on SW.[/b]

Not always will you have something to write (comment) about a post, and you may find it easier at times to leave some feedback by using our Reaction feature.

The list of options may include such emoji: ❤ 👍 😄 😢 😯 🤣 😥 😡

This list is meant to allow users be able to express their feelings toward a post or topic, in all major ways of human expression.


We recently posted today asking for feedback on the same topic, more specifically, feedback on the inclusion of a Thumbs Down/Dislike reaction: 👎

As it is one reaction of many, it would tend not to stand out that strongly, as for example with sites who only allow two options: Like / Dislike

However, we understand that many would prefer not to have such an option at all on SW, as it may potentially be used to harass others, and can leave negative feelings.

At the same time, we are wondering if members will be ok with excluding a way to express dislike on a topic/post.

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[b][u]An example for better illustration:[/u][/b]

Someone makes such a post:
[quote]I like seeing other women while my girlfriend is away 😉[/quote]

[b]How would you want to "React" to such a post?

Would any of the other reaction options be sufficient?
or can you suggest for us a reaction option that would be suitable?

Or is it better not to have any option to react in dislike of a post?


[u]Also, specifically guys:[/u] What sort of emoji/reaction would be suitable for you?[/b]

I understand that it "feels easier" for women to react to posts with: 😢 😡
While men may feel more apprehensive in using very expressive/emotional gestures.

We would genuinely like to know, as we want to make SW as convenient as possible to members, while we understand the stigma around having a "Dislike" option.


Here is our previous post, with poll, on the topic:

https://similarworlds.com/100-Admin-Announcements/1819695-Should-we-have-a-Dislike-button-on-posts

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Thanks for your feedback!
[c=#005E2F][i]-SW Team[/i][/c]
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Bushmanoz · 56-60, M
Some of us dislike emoticons..well I do. I like to talk, just like I would in person. I do use the heart thing because it seems to be expected practise on here, plus it's a handy way to pop into a post and let someone know you agree or appreciate what they have written, but don't have the time to write a reply. So I would like the option of a broken heart button or thumbs down one for the same reason. Maybe you could give members the option of having the "dislike" feature on their posts, that way people who are sensitive to criticism don't have to use it
Andrew · Admin
@Bushmanoz [quote]Maybe you could give members the option of having the "dislike" feature on their posts, that way people who are sensitive to criticism don't have to use it[/quote]

This is something I thought about also.
We can consider this for the reaction feature.
Bushmanoz · 56-60, M
@Andrew See..this would get a dislike, stealing my brilliant idea and calling it your own..flagging this post to admin!
Andrew · Admin
@Bushmanoz 😄
Bushmanoz · 56-60, M
@Andrew Really tempted just to see what would happen, while you are here Andrew, one thing I personally would like to see as an option is the ability to reply with a quote from the persons post you are replying to. It was a feature on EP, and quite often you can reply to a message in a thread, and there are half a dozen new replies ahead of you by the time you respond, so what you are replying to becomes lost and confused
Andrew · Admin
@Bushmanoz Thanks for the feedback, I understand what you mean.
In such a case, it may be possible to link to the replied comment via its ID.

We can take not of this suggestion and discuss it for development consideration.