Copying a link to a Facebook comment on Android is easy and only takes a few taps. This can be useful for sharing a specific comment with someone else or for bookmarking it to view later. Here is a step-by-step guide to copying a Facebook comment link on an Android device.
Locate the Comment You Want to Copy
First, open the Facebook app on your Android device and navigate to the post or photo that contains the comment you want to copy the link for. Tap on the post or photo to expand it.
Scroll through the comments until you find the specific comment you want to copy the link for. Tap and hold on the comment to bring up the action menu.
Tap Copy Link
From the action menu, tap “Copy Link.” This will copy the direct URL for that specific comment.
Paste the Link Wherever You Need It
Now you can paste the copied link anywhere you need it. For example:
- Paste it into a text message or email to share the comment with someone else.
- Paste it into a note taking app to save it for later viewing.
- Paste it into your web browser’s address bar to directly navigate to the comment.
Make Sure You Have Link Previews Enabled
When pasting the link into another app, make sure that app has link previews enabled. This allows the link to expand and show the Facebook comment so the recipient can view the comment without having to open Facebook.
For example, in messaging apps like Messenger and WhatsApp, link previews are enabled by default. In email apps, you may need to toggle them on in the settings.
Alternative Method: Share the Comment
An alternative to copying the link is tapping the “Share” icon from the comment’s action menu. This will let you share the comment directly to another app installed on your device.
The advantage of using the share feature instead of copying the link is that it automatically launches the target app and begins a new message with the comment inserted. You don’t have to manually paste the link yourself.
However, sharing the comment itself doesn’t provide you with a link to copy and paste elsewhere. So if you need the direct link, use the copy link method instead.
Troubleshooting Tips
Here are some tips for troubleshooting when copying Facebook comment links on Android:
- Make sure you’re tapping and holding on the comment text itself to bring up the action menu. Tapping the profile picture or elsewhere won’t work.
- If you’re not seeing the Copy Link option, try updating the Facebook app in case older versions don’t support this feature.
- Check that you’ve pasted the link correctly without any inadvertent spaces or typos, which would break the link.
- If link previews aren’t working in the target app, verify that app has them enabled in its settings or preferences.
How Facebook Comment Links Work
When you copy the link for a Facebook comment, what you’re actually copying is the URL to that specific comment object on Facebook’s servers. It points to that unique comment ID and no other.
That’s why pasting the link into a browser will open directly to the comment – you’ve essentially bookmarked that comment’s location on Facebook.
The link remains valid so long as the comment hasn’t been deleted. If the comment is deleted in the future, however, the link will no longer work.
Benefits of Copying Comment Links
Here are some of the benefits of copying links to Facebook comments:
- Sharing a specific detail – Copying the link lets you share the exact comment you want, rather than having to paraphrase it or point to the entire post.
- Providing context – The link shows the conversation and context around the comment, not just the comment itself.
- Collecting references – Copying interesting comment links lets you gather and organize references easily.
- Bookmarking for later – Save links in a notes app for convenient access later on.
- Avoiding confusion – Links reduce ambiguity about which comment you’re referring to.
Other Facebook Comment Features
In addition to copying comment links, Facebook comments have other useful features including:
Tagging Other Users
You can tag another Facebook user in a comment to get their attention or mention them. Start typing @ and select their name.
Replies
Reply directly to another comment to keep conversations organized in threads.
Reactions
Like or use another reaction icon to quickly respond without writing a full comment.
Editing
If you make a mistake, you can go back and edit your comment after posting it.
Deleting
Completely remove your comment by tapping on the X icon in the top right corner.
Other Ways to Share on Facebook
Beyond commenting and sharing comment links, Facebook offers other ways to engage and connect with friends and family:
- Photos/videos – Post memories and share moments through photos and videos.
- Stories – Share short-lived updates via Facebook Stories.
- Life events – Create special posts for milestones like engagements, births, etc.
- Groups – Join interest-based groups to connect with people who share your hobbies.
- Events – Organize and promote get togethers via Facebook Events.
- Pages – Follow and interact with your favorite brands, businesses, artists, etc.
Conclusion
Copying Facebook comment links on Android devices is easy – just tap and hold on the comment and select “Copy Link.” You can then paste this link to share it elsewhere or save it for accessing the specific comment later. Linking directly to comments provides more context and specificity than simply paraphrasing them or linking to the full post. Along with commenting itself, it’s a great way to engage with the details of a Facebook conversation.