With Threads, communication does not happen through traditional private messaging. Instead, users make “threads” – public posts that others can reply to in the comments. People use threads to talk to others and continue the conversation publicly underneath the original post.
How to Direct Message (DM) on Threads by Instagram
1. Launch the Threads app on your Mobile phone & tap on the search bar at the bottom.
2. Now search for the person to whom you want to send the Direct Message (DM).
3. Now you will see the Threads profile of that person. Now on the profile page, you’ll see the Instagram icon at the top right side. Tap on it.
4. Now it’ll open the connected Instagram profile of that person & here you see the option of Message. Tap to open it.
5. Now here you send the Direct message to that person. You can include text, photos, videos, voice messages, and more. You can also use features like disappearing messages and reactions to make your conversations more engaging.
Conclusion
In conclusion, while Threads by Instagram does not have a built-in feature for sending DMs, it is still possible to go through a person’s Instagram profile. This allows users to continue having personal conversations with their friends and followers while using the Threads app. By combining Threads’s public communication features with Instagram’s private messaging capabilities, users can have the best of both worlds.
FAQs
How to set up your profile on Threads by Instagram?
- Download the Threads app from the Google Play Store or Apple App Store.
- Log in using your Instagram credentials.
- If you already have the Instagram app, you can access Threads from there or manually enter your login details in Threads.
- Once logged in, you have the option to import your existing Instagram bio and profile photo or create new details for your Threads profile.
How does communication on Threads differ from the main Instagram app?
Unlike the original Instagram app, which still lets you send messages directly to people who you follow and your followers, the communication on Threads happens on a more public platform. You can still reply to Threads by others in the comments and vice-versa to keep the conservation going, but the app lacks the feature that allows personal conversations, which is limited to two users.
Can you share a Thread to an Instagram story or post it to the feed?
As of now, the app only lets you share a certain Thread to an Instagram story, post to a feed, Tweet, or share it on other platforms by copying the link to the original post.
Does Threads by Instagram allow hashtags?
Threads do not currently support the use of hashtags, which are an important feature for discovery and engagement on social media.
Can Threads by Instagram be accessed via desktop?
At this time, Threads can only be used from a phone app and is not accessible from a desktop browser. It is only available as a mobile app from Meta.