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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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LyricalOne · F
Hey Andrew, anything you can do to soften the like/dislike reaction would probably save admin and users a whole lot of aggravation in terms of having to listen to people whine about their feelers getting hurt.
sighmeupforthat · 46-50, M
@LyricalOne i'd just use the block button for people like that.... :P
LyricalOne · F
@sighmeupforthat Yeah, but why invite that? There's enough of that crap going on already. I was on a site with a downrate button and there was no end to the bitching and moaning when people got downrated and couldn't handle it. They complained about being trolled and conspired against and shooters on the grassy knoll.....
sighmeupforthat · 46-50, M
@LyricalOne well being honest invites ... how should i say this?

snowflakery? that's a common issue with social portals.


then again block is hard when it's limited. (though, i find most i've blocked over the coupla years normally leave then i can clear them off... the 'rest' return as 'hi i'm new here' :P )
LyricalOne · F
@sighmeupforthat Ugh, there were days when half the questions would be from butthurt people who couldn't handle the fact that they were downrated, just like people here post questions about being blocked. Imagine that times a gazillion with all the downrates people could get in a day!! 🙄