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Whatsapp Netiquette
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Netiquette
Definition
Netiquette is etiquette on the Internet. Since the Internet changes rapidly, its netiquette does too, but it's still usually based on the Golden Rule.
The need for a sense of netiquette arises mostly when sending or distributing e-mail, posting on Usenet groups, or chatting.
Whatsapp netiquette
Whatsapp netiquette
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Do keep the chat relevant to everyone:
- Is there anything worse than two people in the group having conversation that doesn’t concern everyone else? In the world, yes. But in Whatsapp groups, probably not.
- Before you take to the group chat, think about whatever what you’re about to say is relevant to the whole group. And if not, message that person directly and spare the rest of your mates all the notifications.
Sometimes it’s more than annoying too - if one person in the group can’t make it to a social engagement the rest of you are all attending, they can start to feel left out if you discuss it at length in the chat.
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Do use the group for support:
One of the best things about a group chat is that if you need someone to talk to, there’s usually at least one of your friends who can reply straight away.
- So whether you need a pep talk before a date or consolation after being rejected from a job application, one of your friends should be able to get back to you instantaneously.
- And if more than one of your mates is by their phone and able to reply, all the better! Group chats are ideal for getting reassurance when you need it most.
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Don’t get into in-depth conversations or arguments:
- If things start to get heated, shut the discussion down and decide to talk about it face-to-face.
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- Whatsapp isn’t the place to discuss divisive issues as tone and meaning can be misconstrued over message.
- “If a disagreement starts, clearly state that you are happy to discuss the issue, but that a group chat is not the place,” advises Hakim. “Then move the dialogue outside of the group chat setting.”
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Do bear in mind other people’s lives:
Whilst you might be able to be sneakily on Whatsapp all day while sitting at your desk at work, not all your friends may have this luxury, and it’s important to remember that.
10 WhatsApp dos and don'ts
Dos and don'ts
1. Read the message? Do, at least, a courtesy reply
2. Show some patience for the party/vacation photos
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3. Stop being a pest
4. Display pictures are to be seen, not probed
5. Don’t overuse emoji
6. Be clear in both words and approach
7. Avoid being part of a rumour chain
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8. Follow some unstated rules of group chat
9. Why to forward all forwarded messages?
10. Wait for a reply before moving on to different unrelated topic