Highlights

• Threads adds new features to allow users can add up to 10 topics in their bio to highlight interests.
• It introduces follower-only replies, customisable feed orders and personalised political posts.
• The video player on Threads now includes play, pause and skip buttons and a pinned progress bar for easier playback control.

Meta has introduced new features for Threads that give users more control over their experience, including topics in bios, follower-only replies, an improved video player and more.

The goal is to make Threads a go-to platform for sharing ideas while giving users better ways to connect, manage posts, and customise feeds.

Connect Through Topics in Your Bio

Meta is testing a new way to personalise profiles by allowing users to add up to 10 topics to their bio. This makes it easier for others to see your interests and find people with similar ones.

• Tapping a topic in someone’s bio will lead to related conversations, helping you discover like-minded users.
• When writing a post, you’ll now get topic suggestions based on what’s trending or what you’ve posted before.
• Meta has also redesigned the trending topics tag in the For You feed to make discovering relevant discussions faster.
• According to Meta, tagged posts get more views, making topics a great way to reach a wider audience.

Caption – Threads users will now get suggested trending tags. (Image credit – Meta)

More Control Over Posts and Feeds

Meta has added new ways to manage interactions on Threads:

• Follower-only replies and quotes – You can now limit replies and quote posts to just your followers, adding an extra layer of control over engagement.

• Political posts return, but with personalisation – After limiting civic content, Meta is gradually bringing it back in a way that aligns with users’ interests.
• Custom feed order – You can now set a custom feed as your default, so it’s the first thing you see when opening the app.

Better Video Experience

Threads’ video player has been upgraded with:

• Pause, play, and skip buttons for easier control.
• A pinned progress bar that lets you rewind or fast-forward smoothly.

FAQS

Q1. How can users personalise their profiles on Threads?

Answer. Users can add up to 10 topics to their bio, showcasing interests, discovering similar users, and accessing trending discussions for enhanced connection.

Q2. What new controls do Threads offer for managing posts?

Answer. Threads now allow follower-only replies and quotes, customizable feed orders, and personalized political posts to give users more control over engagement.

Q3. What improvements have been made to Threads’ video player?

Answer. The upgraded video player includes play, pause and skip buttons, and a pinned progress bar for smoother playback and enhanced user experience.

Also Read: Threads Introduces a Media Tab and Photo Tagging for a Better User Experience

Also Read: Meta AI Will Now Use Your Facebook and Instagram Activity for Smarter Recommendations