Social network X is considering the possibility of introducing a "Dislike" button, which causes controversial reactions from users and could change the nature of interaction on the platform.
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New feature testing
According to X Daily News , the X platform is experimenting with implementing a "Dislike" button. This innovation can significantly affect the way users interact with content on the platform.
Features of the new element
The new button is expected to look similar to the existing heart-shaped Like button, but with a vertical downward arrow in the middle, resembling a crack. This will allow users to express their disapproval of posted material.
Community reaction
According to Dexerto , the possible appearance of the "Dislike" button caused a mostly negative reaction among X users. Many consider it an inappropriate innovation. Some fear that this could increase the toxicity of the platform, while others express concern about the potential impact on content filtering algorithms.
One of the users of X said as follows: "It is inappropriate to provide an additional tool for influencing the information flow of a company that already has a significant power over him."
At the same time, some users declare their intention to actively use the new function, especially regarding the posts of the platform owner.
Some speculate: "The button will be removed as soon as Elon's posts get more dislikes than likes." Other comment: "If the dislike option comes up, I'll unblock his account to disagree with every post he makes."
Historical context
The dislike button in social networks has always been a subject of debate. For example, YouTube kept the ability to set dislikes, but hid their number from general viewing.
It is not yet known whether the new feature on X will be available to all users and whether the number of dislikes will be visible, as it is done on YouTube.
It remains to be seen when and if at all Elon Musk will decide on the implementation of this feature on the platform.
Glossary
- X is a social network formerly known as Twitter, acquired by Elon Musk in in 2022.
- YouTube is a popular video hosting company owned by Google.
- Elon Musk is an entrepreneur, engineer and owner of Tesla, SpaceX and X.
- Dexerto is a news portal specializing on technology and gaming industry.
- X Daily News is an informational resource covering news from the X platform.
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Social network X, according to X Daily News, is testing a new feature - the "Dislike" button. This innovation can significantly change the way users interact with content on the platform.
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Oleksandra
Wow, X is testing the dislike button? I wonder how this will affect the atmosphere in the social network. I'm personally all for constructive criticism, but I'm afraid it could lead to even more toxicity. 🤔
Pierre
I agree with you, Oleksandra. But maybe it will help filter out bad content? I would like to see less fakes and spam in my feed. 🧐
Isabella
Pierre, you are right about the filtering. But I think it could lead to massive trolling. Imagine how easy it will be to get dislikes on any post! 😱
Hans
I wonder if X will show the number of dislikes like it used to on YouTube? If not, what's the point of this button anyway? 🤷 ♂️
Grzegorz
It's all nonsense. Why change anything at all? These new features of yours only make things more complicated. It was good even without dislikes, let it remain so.
Sophia
Hans, good question! Maybe they will do like on YouTube - there is a button, but the number is hidden. This could reduce the negative impact, but still give feedback to the authors. 🤓
Oleksandra
Isabella, your point about trolling is spot on. Maybe X will introduce some restrictions on the use of dislikes? For example, a daily limit or linking to the level of account activity. 🔒
Pierre
Grzegorz, I understand your reluctance to change, but progress is inevitable. This feature may help us better understand the quality of content and the opinions of the community. Let's give a new chance! 😉