Bluesky Users Rejoice As New Update Brings Streamlined Conversations And Enhanced Engagement

Bluesky’s Latest Update Brings a Welcome Boost to User Experience

The 1.96 update has introduced a dedicated mentions tab within the app’s notifications area, allowing users to effortlessly scan their replies and conversations they’ve been tagged in on the platform. This intuitive addition enables users to stay engaged with the community more easily.

This update also brings an improvement to the way replies appear on posts. Users now have the option to switch between linear and threaded formats, which displays replies one after another in linear mode and presents them in indented threads reminiscent of popular platforms like Reddit in threaded mode. This format switch is useful for streamlining user experience.

Another feature introduced is the ability to sort replies by newest, oldest, most-liked, “hot,” or “random” (which Bluesky calls “Poster’s Roulette”). This customization option ensures users can tailor their experience to suit their preferences.

For those who’ve set a custom domain as their username, 1.96 also reserves the old .bsky.social name from being claimed by others. This update is a testament to Bluesky’s commitment to continuous improvement and user satisfaction. By incorporating these features, the platform is poised to further enhance its reputation as a vibrant hub for community engagement and discussion.