Instagram introduced several features in 2020, designed to curb cyberbullying on the social media platform. The idea of the features - which include the ability to bulk delete comments - is to help people with many followers maintain a “positive environment”.
So if you’re wondering how to delete multiple comments at once, block several users, or pin positive comments to the top of your post, you’re in the right place.
Here is how to bulk delete comments, block multiple users onInstagramand how to pin comments to make sure you’re always seeing the good ones, rather than negative ones.
How to delete multiple comments at once on Instagram
Instagram offers the ability to delete up to 25 comments at once. To do this, follow the steps below:
It’s worth mentioning you can turn off commenting altogether, and you can also choose certain words or phrases to hide from your posts,stories, reels and live videos.
To do this, follow steps 1-4 above, but rather than selecting ‘Manage comments’, tap on ‘Comment controls’.
How to control who can tag and mention you on Instagram
Along with being able to delete multiple comments, you may also control who can tag or mention you in a post, comment, caption, or story. It is likely mostly something people with large followings may wish to use, especially if they suffer from frequent online bullying, though that could of course affect anyone.
You can choose between everyone, people you follow, or no one. To do this, follow the steps below:
How to block people on Instagram
You can block as many users as you like on Instagram. If you block someone, they won’t be notified, but any comments they have posted prior to you blocking them won’t be removed. You’ll need to do that manually.
To block someone on Instagram:
How to pin comments to the top of a post on Instagram
Instagram allows you to pin comments to the top of a post. You can pin three comments, with the idea being it allows you to highlight positive reactions to your content.
To pin comments to the top of a post, follow the steps below:
Want to know more?
For more Instagram tips and tricks,see our guide here.We’ve also got a rundown on Instagram Stories tips and tricks in aseparate feature.
