sollatNov 27, 2022
FediTips has moved!

In case you missed it, Mastodon now lets you edit posts 🥳

You can edit any post you've made, and it will send a notification to people who have already interacted with it to prevent any hijinks or shenanigans. It also lets people see the previous versions.

You can access it through your server's website and some third party apps, for example iPhone/iPad app Toot! and Android app Fedilab.

(The official app doesn't yet support it, so it's another good reason to check out third party apps.)

Nov 27, 2022 at 7:19pmWeb
Show threadTim Ward ⭐🇪🇺🔶 #FBPENov 27, 2022
@feditips But what you don't seem to be able to do (yet?) is add forgotten alt text to an image ...
Show threadTim Ward ⭐🇪🇺🔶 #FBPENov 27, 2022
@feditips Not sure that's a "bug", just "something that hasn't been done yet", perfectly normal for a software project ...
Show threadParty SamNov 27, 2022

@feditips

That's a great implementation. Edit button should be implemented only with post history visible to everyone.

Wikipedia does that, and it is very helpful, for 'hot topics' especially.

Happy that Mastodon got it right from the beginning.

Show threadaranNov 27, 2022

@feditips I've noticed that when I edit posts, I cannot add image descriptions to the images. This is my primary reason for editing posts, especially cross-posted retweets from Twitter. I have to delete and redraft them to add captions.

Is this something that could be fixed?

Show threadAisteach (they/them) 🏳️‍🌈Nov 27, 2022
@arancaytar @feditips As a work around, you can delete the image & reattach it to add an image description.
Show threadLee Markosian Nov 27, 2022
@arancaytar @feditips Oh great, eventually I'll be able to fix a typo in the alt text for an image I posted a couple weeks ago!
Show threadOakland Techno SerfNov 27, 2022
@feditips
I just went through trying to edit some posts on Android and Fedilab was the only open source app that I found that supported editing. So far it seems the best fediverse client I've tried
Show threadRobin FinehoutNov 27, 2022
@feditips I sure would like to find the answer to this problem so I can start using a different app with these great features. I signed up for Mstdn a couple of weeks ago using the Mastodon app. Replied to confirmation email. Can’t log into browser or Metatext using this email. Should I start over on browser, creating a new account?
Show threadNomadicNerd (StoleUrSweetroll)Nov 27, 2022
@feditips not seeing an edit button on Metatext either. When will the official mastodon iPhone app support it?
Show threadShirley EnticottNov 27, 2022

@NomadicNerd @feditips I noticed that the Metatext App does allow you to delete and redraft a post, (essentially a way to edit your original post without completely starting again) whereas the Official Mastodon App only seems to have a delete option.

Also I can pin a post to my profile using the Metatext App, but it doesn’t show or have the option again on the Official Mastodon IOS App.

Show threadNomadicNerd (StoleUrSweetroll)Nov 28, 2022
@saenticott @feditips yeah I tend to bounce between the 2 but overall prefer metatext. Plus I get to #Toot lol
Show threadJustAnotherKarenNov 27, 2022
@feditips Thank you for sharing this!! I forgot my hashtags and was able to go back and add them. Awesome! 😎
Show threadRachel Lense (she/her)Nov 27, 2022
@feditips I think it's dependent on which version the server/instance is running, so this isn't universal. Mastodon v4.x, I believe, has post editing capability, so be sure to check your server's "About" section to see which version it's running if you're having trouble.
Show threadStuartHemming 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️🇪🇺Nov 27, 2022
@feditips doesn't work on Tusky yet, either
Show threadOliNov 30, 2022

@sejhemming

https://mastodon.world/@OliverNoble/109432130678630814
Does this help?

Oli (@[email protected])

Attached: 1 image @[email protected] I have a delete and repost option in #Tusky which works like an edit I am using version 19.0, i think it may depend on which instance you are using too whether it has been implemented yet

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Show threadRonsboy67Nov 27, 2022
@feditips Oh dear! I mean, the edit function is AWESOME, poor hand-eye coordination means I've used it a lot, hence "oh dear" for all those who've received notifications of all my typo fixes🤣🤦‍♂️
Show threadmaijiNov 27, 2022
@ronsboy67 @feditips Ahahah same! I'm new to Mastodon and didn't realize editing was also new... and I too am a frequent typo-fixer plus wording-tweaker... my deepest apologies to everyone 😳 😂
Show threadOliNov 30, 2022
@ronsboy67 i had the same thought..not sure how that works
I hope i havent spammed followers with endless notifications
Show threadRonsboy67Nov 30, 2022
@OliverNoble It is an excellent solution though. Allowing innocent mistakes to be fixed while maintaining transparency fo those who have responded. If the edit is too extreme, responders can react as they see fit. Well done #Mastodon
Show threadOliNov 30, 2022
@ronsboy67 yes it is a very good idea, essential
I need to investigate drafting and re-drafting toots before i post them
Show threadChannelgraceNov 27, 2022
@feditips awesome
Show threadMove forward or die!Nov 27, 2022
@feditips not in Metatext yet either
Show threadTom BarkasNov 27, 2022
@feditips Just tested Toot! and it does! Hooray!
Show threadRoseFromNJ/PhillyNov 28, 2022
@tombarkas @feditips 👍🏻👍🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
Show threadPaulo LaureanoNov 27, 2022

@feditips @PodcastPortugalics

“Toot!” For iPhone and iPad supports editing toots…

https://mrnet.pt/@pls/109410048459871219

Paulo Laureano (@[email protected])

Attached: 2 images “Toot!” Is the absolute best Mastodon App for iOS! @[email protected] The level of polish in the Mastodon client is incredibly high, to be honest is damn close to what a Nintendo app for Mastodon would be. It is that kind of good. Updated a few hours ago, it supports Mastodon 4 features (like editing toots). It replaces MetaText (free) on my devices. It costs a few euros and it is worth every cent. I love it! https://apps.apple.com/pt/app/toot/id1229021451?l=en

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Show threadRoseFromNJ/PhillyNov 28, 2022
@pls @feditips @PodcastPortugalics 👍🏻👍🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
Show threadKSMNov 27, 2022
@feditips
Marvellous. Thank you!
Show threadMichaelNov 27, 2022
@feditips Anyone feel like showing Jack Dorsey that this apparently wasn't that fucking hard?
Show threadIma B. Me Ⓥ ☑️ (W)Nov 27, 2022
@feditips : Or, rather than download a Mastodon app from app store, simply browse/login directly to your Mastodon account, via your mobile device browser app (e.g., DuckDuckGo, Chrome, etc.) That UI is excellent!
Show threadNorthEastOneNov 28, 2022
@ImaBMe @feditips Since I didn't see 'app' in the post caption, I almost replied with "This was always there." Only to realize it's for the app. Why people want to use an app so badly is beyond me when Mastodon (or #Pleroma + #Soapbox) has such a good user experience even with the mobile browser.
Show threadReverend BlairNov 27, 2022
@feditips Oh sure. I can't manage to edit real things I write, but now I'm expected to go back and edit my Mastadon posts.
Next you'll be expecting me to proof-read and whatnot.
This is why Steve Earle went on heroin!
Show threadOnceoday 🩺🕊🏕Nov 27, 2022
@Reverend_Blair @feditips I'm not sure I even understand from this post how to do it, so not a problem for me.
Show threadReverend BlairNov 27, 2022

@Onceoday @feditips
My thing is that I don't want to do it. Did I spell, "Fuck" wrong again? Doesn't matter, y'all know what I mean.

Do I want to change the substance of what I said so I can deny being a dick? Fuck that, when I'm a dick, and it happens way more than I'd like to admit, I should wear that.

Show threadMinameH❇️Nov 27, 2022
@feditips I don't like how it is currently. I want at least see, that message was edited (Full log would be even better). Trolls will appreaciate this feature
Show threadJuliefaithmcmurrayartNov 27, 2022
@feditips brilliant
Show threadTrendyKittyKat Nov 27, 2022
@feditips
I've been using fedilab at your suggestion. It has this feature. I'm loving it and reccing it to fellow Android users, btw. Thanks for the suggestion!
Show threadKevanNov 27, 2022
@feditips Wonder if the app I use, @app, can add that feature.
Show threadKatherine ☘️Nov 27, 2022
@feditips Wait you mean I don't have to pay $8 for it??
Show threadFayeSNov 28, 2022
@feditips
Using the servers website is very helpful. I’ve found it different but handy for this Luddite!
Show threadasajjNov 28, 2022
@feditips be still, my trampled twitter heart
Show threadKimNov 28, 2022

@feditips @EricCarroll

Thanks for the heads up, Eric. Good to know. 👍🙂

Show threadBob StepnoNov 28, 2022
@feditips I think I'm using the official Android app, and it has supported editing since the day newsie.social added it.
Show threadTheWiseOne_48Nov 28, 2022
@feditips yayaya ty Mastodon -_- elon cant even do that f sake but again ty Mastodon u rock!!
Show threadLynda Nov 28, 2022
@feditips Awesome. Thank you so much!
Show threadrg4wNov 28, 2022
@feditips Who needs a third-party app? Mastodon works great in Firefox on my desktop, laptop, and phone.
Show threadRoss A. ReymanNov 28, 2022
@feditips Yay! I can fix typos!!! 😉
Show threadR.u.n.n.i.n.gNov 28, 2022
@feditips you could theoretically. make a single post and edit it repeatedly. Version history will enable everyone to view past posts but the current post will be displayed.
Show threadJohn ShirleyNov 28, 2022
@feditips too far to go, it should be right here on, right now dammit!
Show threadRuthNov 28, 2022
@feditips gibt es eine Empfehlung für Android?
Show threadDieBedraNov 28, 2022
@feditips Does Fedilab support gifs?
Show threadRosBuxNov 28, 2022
@feditips How do I follow on all sites? There’s people back on Twitter who can’t work out how to use Mastodon.
Show threadRadicalWoman111Nov 28, 2022
@buxros @feditips
@Em0nM4stodon has awesome tips.
Show threadNafnlaus 🇮🇸 🇺🇦Nov 28, 2022

@buxros @feditips I don't get the question. You can follow a person on any site just by... following them.

What's not to get? #Mastodon works the same way as #phone service, #internet service, #email service, etc. You pick a provider, which has its own rules, pricing (usually free), etc etc, but they all talk together.