Of links and sources?

Just curious about what SWeeps think. Whenever I post a pic, I post a source for it, or there's a reason why I didn't (even if it's just being lazy).

For example, if I post a screenshot of tweet, I also usually post a link to the tweet. I'm usually not vouching for the accuracy of what was said, as opposed to pointing out where it was said and asking for comments about it or giving my opinions about why it was said, what it means, etc.

But, when I see just screen shots or memes, I feel "cheated", without the context of where the the poster got it from or even what they think about it.

I get how arguing over sources is exhausting, but do other SWeeps appreciate context like I do?

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Carla · 61-69, F

I guess if I trust the poster, it doesn't matter to me. But that context being there is appreciated.

I will tell you though, I dont post memes, but I will a screenshot. Honestly, I am computer illiterate(purposeful? Well yes)
and would have to write it, and type it. I would indeed do so if requested.
But really, on the norm, i am a lazy poster, a lazy commenter. But let's just call it casual...

MistyCee

@Carla Casual is cool by me. I'm pretty sure no one here has first hand knowledge, but the context, i.e., a source or cite seems, imo, to make anonymous social media slightly less useless and at least more interesting.

Carla · 61-69, F

@MistyCee you are, of course, correct.
And, as you are, i will try to include such links going forward.
Casualness be damned!