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Social Media Basics for Beginners: Mastering Facebook

Writer: Bonita PaytonBonita Payton


Facebook is a fantastic way for beginners and novice users to reconnect and stay engaged with friends, family, and communities. This step-by-step guide covers all the essentials you'll need to comfortably navigate Facebook.


Getting Started with Facebook


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Creating an Account

  • Visit www.facebook.com and click "Create new account."

  • Fill in your name, email or phone number, password, birthday, and gender.

  • Confirm your email or phone number.

Installing Facebook on Your Cell Phone

Android Phones:

  • Open the Google Play Store.

  • Search for "Facebook" in the search bar.

  • Tap "Install" to download and install the app.

  • Open the app and log in with your account details.

iPhones:

  • Open the Apple App Store.

  • Search for "Facebook" and tap "Get" to download.

  • Open the app and log in with your email or phone number and password.

Finding Family and Friends

  • Use the search bar at the top to type the name of a friend or family member.

  • Click "Add Friend" next to their profile to send a request.

Posting a Message

  • Go to your "Home" or "Profile" page.

  • Click "What's on your mind?" and type your message.

  • Click "Post."

Commenting on Someone’s Page

  • Locate a friend's post you want to comment on.

  • Click in the "Write a comment" area and type your response.

  • Press enter or click "Post."

Posting a Picture

  • On your Home page, click "Photo/video."

  • Select a photo from your device and add a description (optional).

  • Click "Post."

Creating a Facebook Reel

  • On your phone, go to the Facebook app and tap "Reels."

  • Tap "Create Reel," then record or upload your short video.

  • Add music, effects, or captions if you like, then tap "Share."

Updating and Viewing Facebook Stories

  • Click "Create Story" on your Home page.

  • Add a photo, video, or text and click "Share."

  • To view someone else's story, click their profile picture at the top of your feed.

Viewing Someone Else’s Page

  • Use the search bar and enter the person's name.

  • Click their profile to view their page, posts, and photos.

Tagging Someone in a Post

  • Write your message or upload a picture.

  • Type "@" followed by the person's name.

  • Select their profile from the dropdown list, then click "Post."

Changing Your Profile Picture

  • Go to your profile page and click on your profile picture.

  • Select "Update Profile Picture" and choose a new photo.

Setting a Cover Photo

  • On your profile, click the camera icon in the top-left corner of your cover photo area.

  • Choose "Upload Photo" to select a new image and click "Save."

Getting Facebook on a New Phone

  • Download the Facebook app from your new phone’s app store.

  • Log in with your existing email or phone number and password.

Finding and Joining Groups

  • Click the "Groups" tab in the menu.

  • Search for topics or interests.

  • Click "Join Group" on the groups you like.

Accepting Friend Requests

  • Click the friend request icon at the top of your Facebook page.

  • Review requests and click "Confirm" to accept.

Blocking People

  • Click on the person's profile.

  • Click the three dots "..." next to the "Message" button.

  • Select "Block," then confirm your choice.

Unfriending People

  • Go to the person's profile page.

  • Click the "Friends" button.

  • Select "Unfriend" to remove them from your friend list.

Adding Two-Factor Authentication

  • Go to "Settings & Privacy" and click "Settings."

  • Click on "Security and Login."

  • Select "Two-Factor Authentication" and follow the prompts to set it up using your phone number or an authentication app.

Staying Safe on Facebook

  • Always check your privacy settings.

  • Avoid accepting friend requests from people you don’t know.

Enjoy connecting on Facebook and exploring your digital community!

 
 
 

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