Facebook Messenger is more than just a messaging platform for users.

This app has a plethora of features that you might not have come across before. If you are here to learn about some tips and tricks of this app, here are the things you can do whether you are an Android or iPhone user.

Facebook Messenger Tips 101

According to a report from Whistle Out, there are several tricks you can try on your Facebook Messenger. You may be familiar with some of them. Nonetheless, you should finish reading this article to learn about the hacks that you may not have done yet.

Fancy nicknames

It sometimes happens that in a group chat, some people share similar names. In this case, you must define a unique nickname for each participant. You can do this by clicking on the group member list above your chat.

After tapping on it, click on the “nicknames” and select the person who will receive a new nickname. Then enter the nickname of your choice and save it.

Unlimited Emoji Reactions

Previously, Facebook only allowed us to react using specific emojis. Now you can do the same but with hundreds of emoticons to choose from.

To start reacting to emoji, tap and hold the message for a while. Click the “+” icon and find the emoji you want to react to. The first set of emojis are also customizable.

Position sharing

Facebook Messenger allows you to connect with friends by sharing your current location with them. While it may seem odd at first, you can give a helping hand to a friend who is stuck or in trouble at the time.

To demonstrate this, click on the “+” icon. Tap the arrow icon. You can now share your location live with your friends and others.

Group discussion photo

The messaging app will also allow users to designate a picture for their group. Before editing the photo, click on the list at the top of the group chat. Then you can now edit and select the image in your Camera Roll.

Facebook poll

If you want a warning for your friend who can’t respond right away, you can try creating a poll from Facebook Messenger. To do this, tap the “+” icon next to the text field.

Then click on the three bar icon and fill in the specific information. You can add options if you want.

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Check messages from unknown people

Sometimes you may receive random messages from people you don’t know personally. There is a way to find them through the app. Start by tapping on your display image in the top left corner. Then click on message requests.

In addition to these hacks, you can also perform the following operations in your Facebook Messenger:

• Sending encrypted messages

• Watch a particular message

• Launch of the video chat room

• Change chat emojis

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