” In May, we tested a brand-new way to have a chat with exactly who you want, so you can develop and consume more meaningful changes,” states the update text on the App Store. “Now, everyone can attempt this brand-new feature and select who can reply to their tweets.”
An update to Twitters iOS app lets all users limitation who can respond to their tweets. Twitter has been explore this feature because May, and now seems to be presenting it more commonly.
To utilize the function, users merely tap a box above the keyboard when making up a tweet that states “Everyone can respond.” They can then select in between three alternatives: everybody can respond to their tweet, only individuals they follow can reply, and just people they mention can reply. Picking one alternative doesnt make that the default for future tweets.
Its not clear if the feature is likewise now readily available to users of Twitters Android app, or if its offered to all Twitter web users. If we hear more, weve reached out to the company to find out and will update this story.
The function has been among Twitters more fascinating modifications in recent months, producing new memes and methods to talk on the platform. The feature can be a great way to avoid harassment, however it can likewise be utilized to restrict discussions in a method that feels counterproductive to Twitters most fundamental functions.
How the brand-new feature searches the iOS Twitter app.Image: The Verge
