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UPDATE FROM MNHQ - new edit feature

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YetAnotherBeckyMumsnet · 23/08/2023 09:28

We’re pleased to announce that we’re introducing an edit feature.

Historically, we’ve been hesitant to introduce edits because of concerns that historical revisions could cause confusion.

We’re mitigating this by implementing both a time limit (you’ll have a short period of time to edit your post) and ensuring the edit history will be visible to all. The edit feature is designed for minor corrections, such as fixing spelling mistakes and grammar errors that don't change the context of your post. It should not be used to change the overall meaning or intention of your original message. We’re adding a new report option so you can let us know if you think anyone is abusing the feature.

To edit your post:
Select the ‘...’ menu on the post you want to edit
Select ‘Edit’
Fix any mistakes
Select ‘Update’ to save your changes

To see the edit history of a post:
Select the ‘Edited’ label on the post

As some of you may know, we’re currently working on rebuilding our mobile Talk app so app users can access features that are available on our website. Whilst this work is underway, users won’t be able to edit their posts in the app, but they will be able to see when a post has been edited and view the edit history. iOS users will need to make sure they’ve updated to the latest version. The update for Android will be coming imminently and we’ll let you know when it’s available.

We know it’s frustrating for app users at the moment - the rebuild will be a huge improvement but it’s a huge job and is taking time. We really appreciate your patience.

We hope you find the edit button useful - we’ve added edit guidance to our Talk Guidelines, but if you’ve any questions or problems, please add to the thread.

Thanks, MNHQ

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OP posts:
whereismysleep · 23/08/2023 10:55

cheezncrackers · 23/08/2023 09:47

Finally! So glad you're doing this. Even Whatsapp has edit now, so MN was an outlier.

WhatsApp has edit?!

VisionsOfSplendour · 23/08/2023 10:53

Summa23 · 23/08/2023 10:36

I'm probably the only one that does not like this . It would allow certain posters to bitch then edit to 'reword' what they said. And make op or others seem like their going mad or taking the poster the wrong way .

Then you can use the reporting feature for inappropriate edits

Allschoolsareartschools · 23/08/2023 10:53

Great news & works!!

CallieJones · 23/08/2023 10:53

ReeseWitherfork · 23/08/2023 10:26

Yes yes yes this one next please. I’ll take a dislike button while I’m at it.

And @CallieJones you do have to remember that some of us just talk nonsense that even an edit button can’t help.

Show quote history

It's things like "I typewriter going sellotape far far orange.' In a conversation about gardening for example.

toastofthetown · 23/08/2023 10:50

GirlsWithGuitars · 23/08/2023 10:38

What is the time period over which you can edit?

Are we talking seconds, minutes, hours or days here?

It seems to be at least a minute!

Edited

It’s under ten minutes.

PrincessFiorimonde · 23/08/2023 10:50

I was going to ask the same question as GirlsWithGuitars.* *

Trevorton · 23/08/2023 10:48

GlobetrottingPercy · 23/08/2023 09:58

Great news, finally! Hoping we can bump this to get it into active so that all users have a better chance of seeing it.

Edited

I have posted it in chat also so spreading the word

Trevorton · 23/08/2023 10:41

I just found it before seeing this post. Excellent feature and finally!

GirlsWithGuitars · 23/08/2023 10:38

What is the time period over which you can edit?

Are we talking seconds, minutes, hours or days here?

It seems to be at least a minute!

Whinge · 23/08/2023 10:38

Summa23 · 23/08/2023 10:36

I'm probably the only one that does not like this . It would allow certain posters to bitch then edit to 'reword' what they said. And make op or others seem like their going mad or taking the poster the wrong way .

This really isn't going to happen. There's a history of any edits on the post, so you can easily see what a poster has said prior to editing the post.

BadlydoneHelen · 23/08/2023 10:37

No- can't do it😂

toastofthetown · 23/08/2023 10:37

Summa23 · 23/08/2023 10:36

I'm probably the only one that does not like this . It would allow certain posters to bitch then edit to 'reword' what they said. And make op or others seem like their going mad or taking the poster the wrong way .

You get the full post history though, and posts are clearly flagged as edited, so posters can’t hide what they’ve already posted.

BadlydoneHelen · 23/08/2023 10:37

Having a Go

Summa23 · 23/08/2023 10:36

I'm probably the only one that does not like this . It would allow certain posters to bitch then edit to 'reword' what they said. And make op or others seem like their going mad or taking the poster the wrong way .

toastofthetown · 23/08/2023 10:36

toastofthetown · 23/08/2023 10:34

Ooh, exciting! I’m one who’s not a fan of a like button though

Edited

When you quote does it update to the new version of the post?

MillicentTrilbyHiggins · 23/08/2023 10:35

toastofthetown · 23/08/2023 10:34

Ooh, exciting! I’m one who’s not a fan of a like button though

Edited

Me neither. I think it would be an awful addition. And a dislike even more so.

DPotter · 23/08/2023 10:34

Thank you!

toastofthetown · 23/08/2023 10:34

Ooh, exciting! I’m one who’s not a fan of a like button though

Whinge · 23/08/2023 10:34

GlobetrottingPercy · 23/08/2023 09:58

Great news, finally! Hoping we can bump this to get it into active so that all users have a better chance of seeing it.

Edited

They had a really annoying pop up for the new feeds thing, a feature that no one asked for but only a thread for a much wanted feature like an edit button. Confused

I think it would be a good idea to add a one time pop up when people come on the site today to let them know about the edit button feature. Especially as it's easy to miss if you don't click the 3 dots.

frozencarlotta · 23/08/2023 10:33

frozencarlotta · 23/08/2023 10:32

i want to see what happens with an edited quoted post

Show quote history

oooh so the edited post shows in the quoted post - maybe you should lock that down, as if I am quoting, I dont want to have what I quoted changed??

ScienceDadOliver · 23/08/2023 10:32

This is a much-needed addition! Kudos for considering user feedback and implementing time limits and edit history. Looking forward to smoother interactions and updates on the Talk app. Keep up the good work! 💪👏🌟

Wendysfriend · 23/08/2023 10:32

BeckyBlue · 23/08/2023 10:13

Great news

Now, about that 'like' button...Grin

Edited

Oh yes, I really want a like button and actually going by the many horrible posts lately a thumbs down too, might put people off being nasty when they see how many people don't actually like having to read their bile. And sure look while I'm here, a big emoji that says RTFT, A HUGE ONE !

frozencarlotta · 23/08/2023 10:32

frozencarlotta · 23/08/2023 10:32

ooh nice - I like you can see the history of the edit too, and its VERY clear that it was edited

what happens with a quoted post that is edited?

hello - this is my edit

Edited

i want to see what happens with an edited quoted post

DebbieLouiseDairyleaCheese · 23/08/2023 10:32

Thanks mumsnet!

frozencarlotta · 23/08/2023 10:32

ooh nice - I like you can see the history of the edit too, and its VERY clear that it was edited

what happens with a quoted post that is edited?

hello - this is my edit

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