How to Tag Someone on Facebook
Tag a friend in a Facebook post or photo to link their profile to your content.
Steps
- 1
Start a new post.
Click the What is on your mind box at the top of your Facebook feed.
- 2
Type the @ symbol.
Type the @ symbol followed by the name of the person you want to tag.
- 3
Pick the correct person.
Select your friend from the dropdown list that appears as you type their name.
- 4
Post your content.
After tagging, write your message or add your photo and click Post.
Frequently Asked Questions
Will the person know I tagged them?Show
Yes, Facebook sends a notification to the person when you tag them in a post or photo.
Can I remove a tag someone puts on me?Show
Yes, go to the post or photo, click the tag, and select Remove Tag to take it off your profile.
What happens if I tag someone in a photo they are not in?Show
You can tag anyone in any photo, but the person may ask you to remove the tag if they prefer not to be linked to it.
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