Greg Bernhardt said:I would argue a "like" gets the same point across
I agree w/ you but we had that discussion at length when Greg originally decided to do away with the "thanks" (which I argued for, vehemently but unsuccessfully) and replace it with a more facebook oriented "like".Ibix said:Occasionally people thank us for our help. A reaction option of "you're welcome", or "no problem", or something of that nature would be nice to have. It might even encourage thanking helpers if there's a specific reaction for acknowledging the thanks? No idea what the icon would be - thumbs up is already taken and googling "you're welcome emoji" mostly turned up "welcome" signs.
I remember the discussion - it got into thanks-for-your-thanks-for-your-thanks.phinds said:I agree w/ you but we had that discussion at length when Greg originally decided to do away with the "thanks" (which I argued for, vehemently but unsuccessfully) and replace it with a more facebook oriented "like".
This is a common question that many website owners and developers ask themselves. The answer depends on the purpose and audience of your website. If your website is focused on building a community and fostering positive interactions, then adding a thank you reaction option can be beneficial. It allows users to express gratitude and encourages them to engage with your content.
There is no guarantee that adding a thank you reaction option will increase user engagement. However, it has the potential to do so. By giving users the option to express their appreciation for a post, it can create a more positive and interactive environment on your website. This can lead to more comments, likes, and shares on your posts.
One way to ensure the appropriate use of a thank you reaction option is to have clear guidelines and rules in place. This can include specifying when and how the option should be used, and reminding users to be respectful and considerate in their reactions. Additionally, having a reporting feature for inappropriate reactions can help maintain a positive and respectful community on your website.
One potential drawback is that the thank you reaction option may not be used as frequently as other reactions, such as likes or comments. This could make it seem less valuable or meaningful. Additionally, if not monitored properly, it could be misused or abused by users, leading to negative interactions and a decrease in user engagement.
There are a few ways to track the effectiveness of a thank you reaction option. One way is to monitor the number of times it is used and compare it to other reactions on your posts. You can also gather feedback from users through surveys or comments to see if they find the option useful. Another way is to track the overall engagement on your website and see if there is an increase after implementing the thank you reaction option.