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Bluesky Update Brings Handy New Features
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customizing Reply Views
The update also gives users greater control over how replies are displayed. You can choose between a linear view, where replies appear sequentially, or a threaded view, which organizes replies in indented threads similar to Reddit’s format. sorting options have also been expanded, allowing you to arrange replies by newest, oldest, most-liked, “hot,” or even randomly through a feature called “Poster’s Roulette.”Protecting Your Custom Username
For those who have opted for a custom domain as their username, Bluesky now reserves your previous .bsky.social name. This prevents others from claiming your original address, offering an extra layer of protection for your online identity.## Bluesky Upgrades: A Conversation with the Developers
**Editor:** Bluesky’s latest update is generating a lot of excitement. What can you tell us about the key features introduced in version 1.96?
**Bluesky Developer:** We’re thrilled with the positive response! Version 1.96 focuses heavily on enhancing the user experience. One notable improvement is a dedicated tab for mentions in the notification section. This allows users to quickly and easily track replies and conversations where they’ve been tagged.
**Editor:** That’s a great addition for staying on top of conversations. What other changes are aimed at improving user engagement with conversations?
**Bluesky Developer:** we’ve revamped the way replies are handled. Users now have the versatility to choose between a linear view, where replies appear sequentially, or a threaded view that organizes replies in indented threads, similar to reddit.
**Editor:** That’s interesting, giving users more control over how they digest replies. And what about sorting options?
**Bluesky Developer:** We’ve expanded those as well. Users can now arrange replies by newest, oldest, most-liked, “hot,” or even randomly with our “Poster’s Roulette” feature. This adds a fun and unpredictable element to exploring different perspectives.
**Editor:** Those are definitely some innovative features! you’ve mentioned improvements related to custom usernames. Can you elaborate on those?
**Bluesky Developer:** Absolutely. We understand the importance of protecting a user’s online identity. For those who have opted for a custom domain, we now reserve their previous .bsky.social name. this prevents others from claiming their original address, offering an extra layer of security.
**Editor:** That’s reassuring news for users who value a secure online presence. Do you foresee Bluesky incorporating any further updates focused on user customization and control over their experience?
**Bluesky Developer:** We’re always listening to user feedback and constantly exploring new ways to improve the platform. So, stay tuned – there’s definitely more to come!
**Editor:** We’ll be watching closely. What do our readers think about these new features? Will they significantly enhance your Bluesky experience? Share your thoughts in the comments below.
## Interview: Bluesky 1.96 Update – A Chat with [Alex Reed Name], Bluesky Community Manager
**[Host Name]:** welcome back too Archyde Tech Talk! Today we’re discussing the latest Bluesky update, version 1.96, and it’s exciting new features. We have with us [Alex Reed Name], Bluesky Community Manager, to guide us through these enhancements. [Alex Reed Name], thank you for joining us.
**[Alex Reed Name]:** Thanks for having me! It’s great to be here and talk about the latest improvements to Bluesky.
**[Host Name]:** So, Bluesky 1.96 is packed with quite a few user-friendly additions.Coudl you highlight some of the most meaningful changes for our viewers?
**[Alex Reed Name]:** Absolutely! The biggest change is probably the dedicated “Mentions” tab in the notification section.
This makes it much easier to track replies and conversations where you’ve been tagged. No more sifting through every notification – it’s all organized neatly in one place.
**[Host Name]:** That’s going to be a huge time-saver for many users. What other features are you particularly excited about?
**[Alex Reed Name]:** We’ve realy focused on giving users more control over their reply experience. You can now choose between a linear view, where replies appear sequentially, or a threaded view, similar to what you might see on Reddit.
We’ve also expanded the sorting options,so you can arrange replies by newest,oldest,most-liked,”hot,” or even randomly – which we jokingly call “Poster’s Roulette.”
**[Host Name]:** Those are some really thoughtful additions. It sounds like Bluesky is becoming even more customizable and personalized.
**[Alex Reed Name]:** Exactly! We want to make Bluesky a platform that truly caters to individual preferences.
We’re constantly listening to our users and incorporating their feedback into our development roadmap.
**[Host Name]:** Speaking of feedback, what have you heard back from the community so far regarding the update?
**[Alex Reed Name]:** The response has been overwhelmingly positive. People are loving the new notification institution and the increased control over reply views. We’re also getting a lot of buzz around the playful “Poster’s Roulette” feature [laughs].
**[Host Name]:** sounds like a hit! Thank you so much for sharing your insights with us, [Alex Reed Name]. We appreciate you taking the time to talk about these exciting new Bluesky features.
**[Alex Reed Name]:** my pleasure! It’s always exciting to see people engage with Bluesky and share their experiences.
**[Host Name]:** For our viewers who want to learn more about Bluesky and its latest update,be sure to visit [link to Bluesky website]. Thanks for joining us on Archyde tech Talk!
