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A step-by-step guide to getting recommendations on Facebook
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Whether it’s a place to eat, a mechanic, a hair salon, or any other service, you’ll typically want to get recommendations from friends and family before trying a new business. The simplest way to source a recommendation from the people you know is by posting a Facebook status. Even though the "Ask for a Recommendation" feature is hidden, Facebook will recognize that you're asking for a recommendation and prompt your friends to make suggestions, which will then appear on a map. This wikiHow article teaches you how to ask for recommendations on Facebook using an Android, iPhone, iPad, or computer.
Things You Should Know
- When you ask for certain recommendations on Facebook, including restaurants, businesses, and destinations, Facebook will prompt your friends to make suggestions.
- On mobile or computer, simply pose a question in your post like "Where can I get a good burger in Manhattan?".
- If you want to ask a group, navigate to that group's page to post your question.
Steps
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Open the Facebook app on your Android, iPhone, or iPad. Tap the app icon that looks like a white "f" on a blue background.
- Sign in if prompted.
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Tap the What's on your mind field. This will open a new window so you can create a new post. [1] X Research sourceAdvertisement
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Ask for a recommendation. According to Facebook's algorithms, if you pose a question that asks if anyone has any idea for good services or products in a specific location , the question will be marked as a recommendation.
- For example, “Where can I get a good burger in New York?” is a good example of a post asking for a recommendation in a specific area. [2] X Research source
- Make your request specific if you want specific results. Include the type of service you’re looking for in your request. For example, if you’re looking for a mechanic, you may want to specify the type of work you need done, such as an oil change or bodywork. It might be a good idea to include your budget as well, especially when dealing with restaurant recommendations. This will ensure the recommendations are appropriate for your needs.
- Here’s an example of a well-worded request: “Hi guys! Does anyone know of a good place for sushi in downtown Seattle? Looking for no more than $50 for two people! Thanks!”
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Post your question. Once you've set the audience , publish the post so you can get responses. [3] X Research source
- You'll notice that the post is automatically tagged as a recommendation post.
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Go to https://facebook.com in a web browser. Sign in if needed.
- You can use any web browser on your computer to get a recommendation on Facebook.
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Click the What's on your mind text box. This will open a new window so you can create a new post. [4] X Research source
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Write a text-only post. After clicking on the status box, the text option should be selected by default. Write your request for a recommendation here. [5] X Research source
- The text-only post should be in a question format with a specific location and any details. For example, "Does anyone know any good lawn care services in Nashville?" is a good recommendation question.
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Publish your post. After writing your status asking for recommendations, click on the blue “Post” button at the bottom right corner of the status update box. [6] X Research source This will post the request to your wall.
- You will see that your post has automatically been tagged as a recommendation post. To respond, just write an "@" to tag the recommended party.
- If you want to ask a group, navigate to that group before you make a post.
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Warnings
- Be careful giving out your location to a Facebook group you’ve recently joined. You might end up revealing more personal information than would be safe.Thanks
- If you’re getting recommendations from Facebook friends you don’t know particularly well, you may want to double-check the names of the proposed service with other friends or online customer review sites.Thanks
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References
- ↑ https://www.facebook.com/help/170116376402147?cms_platform=iphone-app&helpref=platform_switcher
- ↑ https://www.facebook.com/help/1257205004624246/?helpref=related_articles
- ↑ https://www.facebook.com/help/170116376402147?cms_platform=iphone-app&helpref=platform_switcher
- ↑ https://www.facebook.com/help/170116376402147?helpref=faq_content
- ↑ https://www.facebook.com/help/170116376402147?helpref=faq_content
- ↑ https://www.facebook.com/help/1640261589632787
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