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  • Question
    What does the icon next to Home represent?
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    In the mobile app, the icon next to Home is a magnifying glass that lets you search or browse trending hashtags, blogs, and recommended posts. On the website, it resembles a compass and opens the "Recommended For You" page, which offers similar browsing options.
  • Question
    Is there a limit on the amount of accounts I can follow?
    Community Answer
    The general consensus is that there is no limit. No one has reported of reaching a limit as of yet.
  • Question
    Can I leave comments on Tumblr?
    Community Answer
    You can if it has a comment icon near the reblog button. If not, then no.
  • Question
    Do I need an account to read blogs?
    Community Answer
    It depends on the blog's settings. Some users allow anyone to read their Tumblr while others restrict blog viewing to approved followers.
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    How can I remove my pictures?
    Community Answer
    Go to the post you want the image removed from, and click on the gear symbol in the lower right hand corner of the post. Select the "Delete" button from the menu that comes up, and click it.
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    How do I find a post?
    Community Answer
    There is a search button at the top right hand corner of the web page. It looks like a magnifying glass, which allows you to search what you are looking for.
  • Question
    How do I change my background on Tumblr?
    Community Answer
    For the mobile app: Go to your blog. In the top right hand corner there should be something that looks like a painter's palette; click on that. In the bottom right hand corner it should say "background." Click on that, choose a color, and save it.
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    How do I like a post on Tumblr?
    Community Answer
    To like a post on Tumblr using a mobile device, you can either double-tap the post or click the heart icon next to it.
  • Question
    How do I change my bio on Tumblr?
    Community Answer
    To change your bio on Tumblr, tap the profile icon, typically located in the bottom right corner of the app. Click on your profile with your username, then select the palette icon to customize your background photo, profile picture, backdrop color, and bio.
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    How do I set up Tumblr to only show the blogs I am following?
    Community Answer
    Just follow who you want and go to your dashboard. That will show the posts/reblogs of the people you are following. There may be the occasional advertisement, but everything else should be from the blogs you follow.
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    How do I see who's following me?
    Community Answer
    Click the account icon on the top right of your dashboard and then click on "followers".
  • Question
    How many accounts or blogs can I have on Tumblr?
    Community Answer
    There is no limit to the number of accounts or blogs you can have on Tumblr.
  • Question
    How can I view the humorous comments others post on Tumblr?
    Community Answer
    To see the comments on a Tumblr post, click the 'notes' button at the bottom right of the post. This will show you the comments, along with who liked or reblogged them, if any are available.
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    How can I add members to a blog on the mobile Tumblr app?
    Community Answer
    Currently, you can't add members through the mobile app. To do this on the website, go to the settings area and select or create a secondary blog (you can't add to your primary blog). Click the person icon, then select "members," and you'll be able to enter someone's email to add them.
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    How do I turn on my ask box?
    Community Answer
    You can click on your blog and go into the settings. There should be an on/off toggle button for your ask box there.
  • Question
    Should people link to recipes when posting food on Tumblr?
    Community Answer
    No, there isn't a requirement to include a recipe link, but users often choose to either provide a link to the recipe or include the recipe directly in their post.
  • Question
    Can I make more than one blog?
    Community Answer
    Yes, you can have more than one blog linked to the same account. You have to click on the "Account" icon and then "New."
  • Question
    If one of my blogs follows someone, does that mean all of them do?
    Community Answer
    Yes. All of your blogs are linked to the same account. When you follow someone, they'll see your main blog (the first one created with your account) as a follower, but you can send messages/ask using your other blogs if you want.
  • Question
    How can I navigate to a specific numbered page on someone's Tumblr blog, like page 2000?
    Community Answer
    The simplest way is to add "/page/2000" to the end of the blog's URL in the address bar.
  • Question
    How can I make some of my text bold, italic, and big space?
    Community Answer
    Highlight the text that you want to customize, and little options will appear to make it bold, italicized, etc. This only works on a PC, though.
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    Can I edit my tags after posting something?
    Community Answer
    Yes, simply click edit (which is typically in the bottom right corner) and click the tags section at the bottom where you can add, alter, or delete a tag. Also if you post multiple things with the same tag clicking on the tag will show you all your posts with that specific tag attached to it.
  • Question
    How can I post my own photo to a comment on someone's post?
    Community Answer
    When you reblog someone else's post as usual, there will be a small camera icon at the bottom of the post. Click that to add a photo to your reblog.
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    How do I find a person I know?
    Community Answer
    You can try looking for their blog's name and check that way. Finding a specific blog is sometimes hard, but it gets easier when you have its specific name.
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    How do I add to the posts with lines from different users showing what they said?
    Community Answer
    If you want to add to that post, reblog it and add your thoughts in the text box.
  • Question
    How do I become anonymous on Tumblr?
    Community Answer
    While sending someone an ask, you might have the option to ask a question anonymously. This means users without a Tumblr account can also ask questions. Just keep in mind that not all users accept anonymous questions. Also, you can already be anonymous as a whole if you never use your real name, post a photo of yourself, or anything else personally identifying you.
  • Question
    How can I create a blog that is private and invite people so they can access it? I've set a password and sent invites, but nobody showed up.
    Community Answer
    Who exactly are you sending the invite to? If those are just random strangers who don't know you, that's probably why nobody's on your blog. They most likely have no interest in your blog's content. Private blogs are personal and are meant to be shared with only close friends who enjoy each other's company. Only share the password with people you trust who are interested in seeing your private content.
  • Question
    Can someone I follow on Tumblr see my email or phone number?
    Community Answer
    No, they cannot see your email or phone number unless you post it publicly, such as on your profile. You don't need a phone number to create a Tumblr account, and your email remains hidden from other users.
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    Can I have multiple blogs on one account?
    Community Answer
    Yes. You can create as many side blogs as you'd like. Many users have more than one blog.
  • Question
    How do I view videos?
    Community Answer
    You would view it the same way as any other website like YouTube. To play it, just click the triangle button to the left side within the video.
  • Question
    How do I message someone on Tumblr?
    Community Answer
    You can message someone on Tumblr by using their "Ask" page if it's enabled or by clicking the smiley face icon at the top right to start a conversation by typing their blog name.
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