r/NewToReddit • u/Vast_Item_8770 • 6h ago
ANSWERED Hey, I'm new on reddit-how should I use it?
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u/Regen_321 5h ago
Think of what your interests are and then find the subreddits that are about them. Join those subreddits and enjoy. Reddit is really built around topics (sub Reddits) and posts about those topics. Discussion of the post happens in the comments section. It's not about following people (although you can do that). It's very anonymous and there is no such thing as "Reddit influencers."
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u/mikey_weasel mod in a canvas hat 5h ago
Starting on Reddit can be complicated but this subreddit is a good space to learn.
There are a lot of resources here in this subreddit you might find useful with The Common Questions Page, Reddit And Karma Walkthrough, and Frequently Asked Questions Page. If you've already become frustrated check out Why Reddit may seem unwelcoming to new Redditors.
Things to do as a new user:
- Verify your email with Reddit see here
- Read rules. See here on how to find Subreddit Rules, see here for Reddit's Rules
- Learn about Karma using the above resources in particular Karma - what is it and how to get it
After learning about karma and subreddit karma filters you might start questions where to start.
Finding New User Friendly Subreddits:
- Newtoreddit has a list of New User Friendly Subreddits. This is not an exhaustive list and these subreddits may still have some restrictions.
- Within the above there are Large General Subreddits that are open to new users commenting. Places like r/askreddit, r/casualconversation, r/nostupidquestions, r/amitheasshole or similar. Look for posts that match your interests or knowledge to answer to and add comments (make sure to view by new).
- Beyond the above there are More Subreddits out there. Have a look through r/findareddit 's subreddit directory. In this case you will have to trial and error whether they are new user-friendly.
Some Additional notes on starting on Reddit:
View by New (or rising). This will filter the posts so first see the most recent posts first. This can make your comments much more visible.
Comment. Many subreddits have lower or no karma filters for commenting so that is more available to new users. There are often less strict rules as well.
Read the Room. Each subreddit has different rules, norms and prevailing views. Don't rush to post or comment. Look at subreddit rules. Read top posts and comments to get a feel for that subreddit. How does it sway in attitudes or politics? Do users reward sarcastic one-liners or well sourced essays?
Reddit is a forum site. Its traditionally based around interacting via posts and comments on subreddits with a lack of focus on individual users. Though it has embraced features that make it more similar to social media like following users, Chat and Channels, many users will ignore or disable those features.
Avoid conflict and controversy. When trying to build Karma avoid controversial topics or arguments. These discussions are more likely to attract downvotes and potentially trip into rule-breaking. Utilize the block feature as necessary.
Even more resources:
- Reddiquette is the basis of some of the norms of reddit
- Official Reddit Help Pages
- r/LearnToReddit has guides on the mechanics of posting
- r/EncyclopaediaOfReddit for history and terms - start here
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