The tagging feature lets you mention specific members in posts and comments, encouraging stronger engagement and keeping conversations organised. It helps bring the right people into discussions directly.

Tagging in Posts

  • Initiating a Tag: When writing a post, type the "@" symbol followed by the first few characters of the member's name.
  • Selecting a Member: As you type, a list of relevant members will appear based on the characters you've entered. Navigate to the name you want and click it, or use the arrow keys to highlight it. Hovering over a name highlights it in blue.
  • Inserting the Tag: Once you've chosen a name, it will appear in your post as a highlighted tag.
  • Publishing: After composing your post, click the publish button. The members you've tagged will receive a notification letting them know they've been mentioned.

Tagging in Comments

  • Starting a Tag: When writing a comment, type the "@" symbol followed by part of the member's name.
  • Selecting a Member: A dropdown will appear showing relevant members based on your input. Hovering over a name highlights it in blue. Click to select the member you want.
  • Inserting the Tag: The chosen member's name will appear in your comment as a highlighted tag.
  • Publishing: Once you're happy with your comment, publish it. The members you've tagged will receive notifications of their mentions.

Tagging in Comment Replies

  • The tagging feature is not limited to new comments; you can also tag members in responses to existing comments.

Email Notifications for Tags

If someone tags you in a post or comment, you'll receive an email notification. It includes a direct link to the post or comment where you've been mentioned, so you can jump straight into the conversation.

Tagging Multiple Members in a Single Comment

You can tag multiple members in a single comment, making it easy to bring several people into the same discussion at once.

Follow these steps to make the most of community tagging and keep your conversations organised.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is the tagging feature in Communities?

  • The tagging feature lets you mention specific members in posts and comments, improving engagement and keeping conversations organised.

Q: How will I know if someone has tagged me?

  • When you're tagged in a post or comment, you'll receive an email notification with a direct link to the content where you've been mentioned.

Q: Can I tag multiple members in a single comment or post?

  • Yes, you can tag as many members as you like in a single comment or post, making it easy to bring multiple people into a discussion.

Q: How is the tagging feature beneficial for my community engagement?

  • Tagging allows for more direct, personal interactions within the community. By tagging members, you can make sure they see relevant content, contribute to discussions, and stay engaged.

Q: Will the tagged member's name appear differently in the content?

  • Yes. Once you select a member's name, it appears highlighted as a tag in the content, making it easy to distinguish from the surrounding text.