Twitter is looking at whether users should be able to reply to tweets with emojis – IT Pro – News

Twitter is investigating whether, as with Facebook, a number of emojis should appear below tweets that allow other users to respond quickly. Now only a heart is possible as a quick response to a tweet.

Twitter confirms against Techcrunch that it is researching the possibility for reaction emojis, but stresses that it is not yet certain that the feature will actually be realized. In a user survey, of which a twitterer john d moore screenshots, include emojis to express support and anger.

Twitter simultaneously polls users whether people would be less likely to tweet if it becomes possible to leave a negative reaction emoji underneath. The feature is very similar to the comments Facebook several years ago and is intended to get people to respond quickly without having to write a response.

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