Discord is a great way for gamers to stay connected, but it can be hard to find new friends on the platform. That’s why the Find Your Friends feature was introduced – to help you find people from your contact list who are already using Discord! Read this article to learn how you can use this feature and start building a network of friends on Discord.
Understanding the friend suggestion feature on Discord
On Discord, the “friend suggestion” feature allows you to suggest friends to other users on the platform. When you suggest a friend to someone, you are sending them a suggestion to add a specific user as a friend on Discord. This can be done through the “Invite People” feature, which allows you to send a link to your friends that they can use to join a specific Discord server.
To suggest friends on Discord, you must be a member of a server with the person you want to suggest as a friend. Once you are a member of the same server, you can use the “Invite People” feature to send a link to your friends that they can use to join the server. Once they join the server, they will be able to see your friend’s suggestion and can choose to accept or decline it.
It is important to note that not all servers allow users to invite their friends. Some servers may have restrictions on who can be invited, in which case you may need to get permission from a server administrator before you can suggest friends.
How to access the friend suggestion feature :
- Open the Discord app on your device.
- Navigate to the server where you want to suggest a friend.
- Click on the server’s name at the top of the screen to open the server’s drop-down menu.
- Select the “Invite People” option from the drop-down menu.
- A pop-up window will appear, displaying a link that you can share with your friends.
- Send the link to your friends via any method you prefer (e.g., email, text message, etc.).
- Your friends can then use the link to join the server.
Once your friends have joined the server, they will be able to see your friend’s suggestion and can choose to accept or decline it. If they accept, you will become friends on Discord and will be able to message each other and see each other’s online status.
Note: Some servers may have restrictions on who can be invited, in which case you may need to get permission from a server administrator before you can suggest friends.
Tips for finding friends on Discord:
- Join servers that align with your interests: One of the best ways to find friends on Discord is to join servers that cater to your interests. This will allow you to connect with like-minded people who share similar passions and hobbies.
- Participate in discussions: Once you join a server, make an effort to participate in discussions and engage with other users. This will help you build relationships and make new friends.
- Attend events: Many servers host events or tournaments that you can participate in. These can be great opportunities to meet new people and build relationships.
- Join voice channels: Voice channels are a great way to socialize with other users on Discord. If you are feeling shy, you can start by joining a voice channel and just listening to the conversation. As you get more comfortable, you can start participating in the conversation as well.
- Use the friend suggestion feature: Discord has a friend suggestion feature that suggests users to you based on your activity on the platform. You can use this feature to find new friends who have similar interests and hobbies.
Understanding mutual interests and connections :
Mutual interests and connections refer to shared interests, hobbies, or experiences that two people have in common. These shared aspects can serve as a basis for a friendship or connection and can help bring people together.
For example, if two people both enjoy playing video games, they may be more likely to form a connection or friendship based on their shared interest in gaming. Similarly, if two people both went to the same school or grew up in the same town, they may have a natural connection based on their shared experience.
In general, mutual interests and connections can be a great way to build friendships and connections with others. They can provide common ground and a basis for conversation, which can make it easier to connect with and get to know other people.
Customizing your friend suggestion settings:
On Discord, you can customize your friend suggestion settings to control which users the platform suggests to you as friends. To customize your friend suggestion settings, follow these steps:
- Open the Discord app on your device.
- Click on the “User Settings” icon, which looks like a gear, in the bottom left corner of the screen.
- From the User Settings menu, click on the “Friends” tab on the left side of the screen.
- In the “Friend Suggestions” section, you will see a list of options that you can use to customize your friend suggestion settings.
- Use the toggle switches to enable or disable the different options. For example, you can choose to allow Discord to suggest friends based on mutual servers, mutual friends, or similar interests.
- Once you have finished customizing your friend suggestion settings, click the “Save” button to apply your changes.
How to send a friend request on Discord :
To send a friend request on Discord, follow these steps:
- Open the Discord app on your device.
- Navigate to the server where the person you want to send a friend request to is a member.
- Click on the person’s name in the server list on the right side of the screen.
- From the pop-up menu that appears, click on the “Add Friend” button.
- A friend request will be sent to the person. They will receive a notification with your request and can choose to accept or decline it.
- If they accept your request, you will become friends on Discord and will be able to message each other and see each other’s online status.
Accepting or rejecting friend requests :
On Discord, you can accept or reject friend requests that you receive from other users. Here’s how:
- Open the Discord app on your device.
- Click on the “Friends” tab in the left menu.
- In the “Friend Requests” section, you will see a list of pending friend requests from other users.
- To accept a friend request, click on the “Accept” button next to the request.
- To reject a friend request, click on the “Decline” button next to the request.
Managing your friend list on Discord :
To manage your friend list on Discord, follow these steps:
- Open the Discord app on your device.
- Click on the “Friends” tab in the left menu.
- In the “Friends” section, you will see a list of your current friends on Discord.
- To remove a friend from your list, click on the “X” button next to their name.
- To block a friend on Discord, click on their name in the list and select “Block” from the pop-up menu. Blocking a user will prevent them from sending you friend requests or messages.
- To change the nickname you have assigned to a friend, click on their name in the list and select “Edit Nickname” from the pop-up menu. Then enter the new nickname in the field provided and click “Save.”
Common questions about suggesting friends on Discord :
- Can I suggest friends to people who are not on the server I am in?
No, in order to suggest friends on Discord, you must be a member of a server with the person you want to suggest as a friend. Once you are a member of the same server, you can use the “Invite People” feature to send a link to your friends that they can use to join the server.
- an I suggest friends to multiple people at once?
Yes, you can suggest friends to multiple people at once by sending the same link to multiple people. To do this, use the “Invite People” feature to generate a link and then send the link to as many people as you like via any method you prefer (e.g., email, text message, etc.).
- Can I send a friend suggestion to someone who has blocked me?
No, if someone has blocked you on Discord, you will not be able to send them a friend suggestion or message them in any way.
