Have you been using Facebook wrong this whole time? With these tips and tricks, you can unlock the full power of Facebook and make it work wonders for you.
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Facebook has made all kinds of headlines for its controversial practices, yet people all over the world still use it. It’s hard to get by without Facebook when everyone you know uses it, so we don’t blame you if you haven’t jumped ship yet.
If you’ve decided that you’re still going to use Facebook, make sure you’re doing everything in your power to use it well. Don’t let it be a time sink. Don’t let Facebook have access to all your personal data. Don’t make mistakes that’ll embarrass you in front of friends and family. Here’s everything you need to know to become a master at Facebook.
Never seriously used Facebook before? We recommend starting with these articles for complete beginners:
Facebook Etiquette for Newbies
As with all things social, the Facebook platform has developed its own set of etiquette that users should be aware of (on top of general courtesy and decency that you should already be practicing). Here’s what you need to know:
Essential Tips and Tricks
One of the more frustrating parts of Facebook is not being able to figure out how to do something simple, like switching to another profile or preventing someone from showing up in your feed. Here are the key tips everyone should know as a Facebook user:
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How to Switch Between Facebook Profiles on One Computer
How to Quickly Switch Between Facebook Profiles on One Computer
If you have multiple Facebook accounts, the social network makes it easy to quickly switch between profiles using the same browser.
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How to Create Better Facebook Cover Photos and Profile Pictures
The 9 Best Apps and Sites for Facebook Cover Photos and Profile Pictures
Make a great first impression on Facebook with these awesome apps and sites for Facebook cover photos.
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How to Delete Facebook Notifications
How to Delete Facebook Notifications
Facebook has a reputation for spamming users. Here’s everything you need to know about managing Facebook notifications.
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How to Hide Friends on Facebook
How to Hide Friends on Facebook
You probably have Facebook friends you’re not really friends with any more. Here’s how to hide friends on Facebook.
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How to Mute People on Facebook
How to Mute People on Social Media: Facebook, WhatsApp, Reddit, and More
Social media can be great, but maybe you’re tired of seeing updates from certain annoying friends and family members. That’s when muting comes in handy.
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How to Prevent Others Posting on Your Facebook Timeline
How to Stop Other People Posting on Your Facebook Timeline
If you want to keep some control over your Facebook wall, it’s important to know how to stop other people from posting on it.
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How to Find Anything in Your Facebook Timeline
5 Tools To Help You Find Anything In Your Facebook Timeline
Where is that post I shared on Facebook?! Sound familiar? What many people don’t realize is there’s a far better alternative than endlessly scrolling down your or a friend’s Timeline.
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How to Find Out Who Blocked You on Facebook
How Can I Find Out Who Blocked Me on Facebook?
Who blocked me on Facebook? What to do if you suspect someone has blocked you on Facebook? Here’s how to find out.
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How to Unblock Someone on Facebook
How to Unblock Someone on Facebook
If you’ve ever blocked a person on Facebook and then changed your mind about it, here’s how to unblock someone on Facebook.
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How to See Every Like, Post, and Comment You’ve Made on Facebook
How to See Every Like, Post, and Comment You’ve Made on Facebook
Facebook’s Activity Log shows pretty much everything you’ve ever done: what you’ve posted, commented on, saved, and more.
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- How to See the Relationship History of Any Two People on Facebook
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What Happens When You Deactivate a Facebook Account?
What Happens When You Deactivate Your Facebook Account?
Instead of deleting Facebook, you may want to deactivate your account instead. Here’s what that means and what happens when you do.
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Advanced Tips and Tricks
In addition to the basic tips above, there are some cool things you can do with Facebook that may or may not be useful in your case. Might as well check them out and see if they are, though, right? Here are some more advanced tips that you shouldn’t overlook:
For Mobile Users
If you mainly use Facebook on your smartphone or tablet, we have a few specialized tips that may help take your Facebook experience to the next level. Here’s what you need to know:
For Facebook Messenger
Facebook Privacy and Security: Issues and Concerns
Online privacy and personal data security are the biggest question marks surrounding Facebook right now. Whether you’re stuck using Facebook against your will or you just can’t let go, be prudent and protect yourself to the best of your ability. Here’s everything you need to know:
And it gets worse!
Troubleshooting Facebook Problems
You’re bound to run into problems with Facebook at some point. For when you do, we recommend bookmarking our article dedicated to the most common Facebook problems you’re likely to run into and how to solve them yourself:
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