Maximus ClarkeNov 10, 2022

1/4 A key thing I've learned about Mastodon: When you find your friends on here, don't just follow them — add them to a list!

If you follow a lot of accounts, your close friends' posts may not show up in your feed at a time you're logged on. Unlike FB or Twitter, Mastodon has no algorithm to resurface your friends' posts from hours or days ago.

Solution: Create a list called "Friends" and check it when you're on. This will ensure that you see what they posted while you were away. (cont'd)

Show threadJo
@bookofsand would they know they're on the list?
Asking for a friend
Nov 10, 2022 at 8:38pmWeb
Show threadMaximus ClarkeNov 10, 2022
@Kindred That I honestly do not know. I'm curious to know if users can see each others' lists.
Show threadJoNov 10, 2022
@bookofsand 🤔 I don't see any lists on your profile, but I'm using the app and I don't currently follow you
Show threadMaximus ClarkeNov 11, 2022
@Kindred OK, that's a useful data point. Thanks!
Show threadDR. SURFERCHICNov 11, 2022
@bookofsand @Kindred
@feditips
Great tip..
Fedi-True or false?? I vaguely recall that lists are private, but I'm still figuring things on the fly.
By the way @feditips has a fantastic tips for navigating the fediverse. Don't forget, like your instance admins, these awesome people are volunteers. Please donate or consider being a Patreon supporter. There are various options to support.
Thanks and welcome to the fediverse!
Show threadLinkmeisterNov 12, 2022
@Kindred @bookofsand The folks I added did NOT get notified that they were on it. I told them after the fact.
Show threadJoNov 12, 2022
@Linkmeister @bookofsand great, that's really good to know thank you!