Zarton, HelpdeskOk, going to 𧔠some getting started on Mastodon stuff for my own sake...
So far, the absolute #1 place to start is this single (but lengthy) page:
/Apps/
There are many ways to consume Mastodon.
So far, I've tried to the 'official' Mastodon app, Tusky, SubwayToot, and via browser (mobile).
Atm, by far the best is browser. It's the only way to access certain features, like edit post...and the only option with translation.
Gonna strongly advise not to use the 'official' Mastodon app.
I've used Tusky and Subway Toot, and they're ok, but atm I'm using it in Chrome.
Again for new people from twitter:
Do *not* use the 'official' Mastodon app.
Use another app or open it in a browser (my preference atm).
#twitter #mastodon #gettingstarted #twittermigrate #riptwitter #twitterpurge
Eli_Jellyyyy@zarton can you tell us why is that?
@zarton because?
Phil Haigh@zarton (1) why and (2) your recommendation is�
Lainy@zarton I canât answer the question as to âwhyâ except to say that I tried it and itâs not great. Someone suggested this one. I like it.
WhiskyPenguin@zarton May I recommend Fedilab? It's an Android app available through F-Droid (for free) and Google Play ($2.49), and supports not just Mastodon, but Pleroma, Pixelfed, and Friendica, as well. It has multi-account support and the ânew postâ-screen is absolutely gorgeous. Plus: Access to the local timeline, which seems to be one of the biggest points of criticism about the official Masto app.
You can find Fedilab at https://fedilab.app/. They're also quite active here in the Fediverse @apps.
You can find Fedilab at https://fedilab.app/. They're also quite active here in the Fediverse @apps.
Thanks. I wanted exhaust the other options before breaking my piggy bank đ
It has translate implemented, right?
@zarton Why? (Trying to get my bearings on here.)
Josh@nordic_nerd Quite a lot of people don't like the official apps because they are lacking in features. It's personal preference though, I don't mind the official app.
@nordic_nerd
@Eli_Jellyyyy
@zorkoxa @gulfie
Mainly bc I'm afraid it might turn off new users from sticking with Mastodon. Even @feditips recommends against itđhttps://mastodon.social/@feditips@mstdn.social/109525629815928336
The 'official' app is heavily stripped down. No translate, cant edit, etc. And stuff like hashtag search is broken.
I usually open Mastodon in Chrome on my phone. Haven't tried all the 3rd party apps, but there are many options.
@zarton @nordic_nerd @Eli_Jellyyyy @zorkoxa @feditips thanks for the clarification, context is everything!