The classic Facebook poke feature is still accessible on the network. This is the way to get to it.
It’s possible that you believed Facebook poking was obsolete. However, it has come to light that Facebook is still actively working to bring the feature back. Here’s all the information you need to know about Facebook pokes and how to continue using them.
What Is Poking on Facebook?
The option to “poke” someone on Facebook to grab their attention is remembered by those who used the platform in its early days. In essence, you would be poking someone with this and sending them a notification. However, Facebook subsequently buried the feature in favor of post reactions and interactions.
Business Insider claims that Meta is attempting to bring the function back to life with a design change that will introduce it to a new user base and provide a nod to the platform’s early adopters. When you search for a person, the design change will display the poke button next to their name.
Although the poke button isn’t visible on the Facebook website, it is visible when using the Android app to search for someone. Nevertheless, you may still utilize the poke feature even if you are unable to see this resurrected button.
Additionally, the button won’t show up next to the names of people you’re not Facebook friends with because you may only utilize the feature with friends.
How to Poke Someone on Facebook in 2024
Using the Poke button is the simplest way to send someone a Facebook poke. Use the Facebook mobile app to look for your friend’s name in order to find this button. Next, press the Poke button. The button will turn Poked once the action has been sent.
There is a somewhat more indirect way to use the poke feature if you are using the Facebook website or don’t see this option.
Take these actions to accomplish this:
1. Type “poke” into the search field and hit Enter.
2. Choose the “Poke” menu option. You may view who has poked you on the page that results from doing this.
You may also send pals pokes from this website by using the poke button. In addition to offering a list of recommended persons to poke, Facebook’s search box allows you to find specific users.
Facebook will notify the individual that you used the poke feature by sending them a notification.
Facebook will launch the poke page so you can poke them back if they click on the notification. You have the option to carry on with the nudging cycle. Although a little hidden, this function is a fun tool similar to viewing a friend’s past on Facebook.
Although Facebook does not retain a record of the individuals you have poked in the past, you can determine who you have poked by searching for their name on the poke page and seeing whether the button is present. This stops someone from sending out a lot of pokes to people. After all, you don’t want to block someone on Facebook because of someone you poked fun at them.
Check out Facebook’s poke function for a nostalgic feel or a fresh approach to get someone’s attention if you want to grab a friend’s attention or just give it a try.