The Most Annoying Friends on Social Media

We all have “that friend” on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and Snapchat.

 

They aren’t Internet trolls, but they get on your nerves. Each social media platform has unique uses yet some people can’t get the hang of social media etiquette. Nevertheless, you don’t want to remove them from your friends/followers. Perhaps you see them on a regular basis, have family ties, or just know that they’re better in person. But just incase an annoying friend sees this article, we’ve shared a couple of solutions.

 

 

Spreading rumors on Facebook

The problem- These friends will post just about anything to share their point of view, even if it isn’t factual information. These posts clog your newsfeed and spreads lies like rapid fire. You could unfollow them, but you’d hate to miss important posts.

If you’re “that friend”-  Only share news and posts from credible sources.

Stealing content from parody accounts on Twitter.

The problem- They find jokes and post them as their own. It’s not just desperate, but noticeable (with a simple copy and paste in the search bar).

If you’re “that friend”-  Just retweet!

Posting weather screenshots on Instagram

The problem- Instagram is a creative outlet- no screen shots allowed.

If you’re “that friend”-  Take an eye-catching picture outdoors and add a caption (you’ll definitely get more likes).  Or, just tweet the screenshot.

 

Creating 100+ second My Story on Snapchat

The problem- They think they’re more interesting than everyone else.

If you’re “that friend”-  Instead of multiple 10 second clips, take shorter videos of the highlights.

 

You’re not the only one who struggles with good friends that have poor social (media) cues. What else can you add to the list? And what would you advise to the violators?

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