Do you want to send wishes on Facebook but don’t know how to do it? Wall, Messenger, posts – what exactly is it? Check out a simple step-by-step guide, without unnecessary technological jargon.
For many people, Facebook is a tool without which it is difficult to imagine communicating with friends or family. However, if you don’t use it every day or are just starting your adventure with this website, even something as simple as sending birthday wishes may seem complicated. Should I write on the “wall”? Or maybe via Messenger? Everything will become clear soon – calmly and without any technical gibberish!
Wall, timeline, board – what is it anyway?
Let’s start with the basics. On Facebook, every person has something like a “wall”, “wall” or “timeline”. This is the main part of the profile where posts from friends or content that we put there ourselves appear. When you visit a friend’s profile, you’ll see everything posted there on their timeline, from photos to messages from other people.
If you want to wish someone public wishes, you can do it on this “wall”. They will then be visible to all of that person’s friends – an ideal option if you want others to also see that you remembered the person.
How to make wishes on the wall (timeline)?
- Log in to Facebook (if you don’t have an account, you need to create one first).
- Go to the profile the person you want to wish. The easiest way to do this is to type her name into the search bar at the top of the screen.
- Once you’re on her profile, you’ll see a box that says “Write something on the timeline” or “Write a post.”
- Click this box, enter your wishes.
- You can add a photo, emoticons or a sticker if you want your wishes to be more varied.
- When you’re done, click “Publish” or the paper airplane icon and you’re done!
That’s all! Now your wishes will be visible on the birthday boy’s profile. Other Facebook users (e.g. this person’s friends) will also see the message.
Wishes on Messenger
Okay, but what if you don’t want to write on the “wall” or want to express your wishes in a more private way? Then the best solution is Messenger – a Facebook messenger, something like an application for sending messages (like SMS, only via the Internet).
Messenger works independently of, but is connected to, the main Facebook app. The messages you send there can only be seen by the person you send them to.
How to send wishes via Messenger? It’s very simple:
- Open the Messenger app or click the speech bubble icon in the top right corner of Facebook (on desktop).
- Click “New message” or find the person you want to wish.
- Enter your wishes.
- You can add emoticons, gifs or even a short voice recording.
- Click “Send” – and that’s it!
Now only you and the recipient can see this message. The perfect option if you don’t want publicity.
What is the difference between a message on the wall and one on Messenger?
If you are not sure which option to choose, the answer is quite simple:
Timeline post – it’s public, all your friends can see it. Suitable for wishes that do not have to be a secret.
Message on Messenger – it’s private, perfect if you want to be discreet.
You can also do both! It’s unlikely that anyone will be offended if you express your wishes publicly and then send something extra privately.
Don’t forget about the reminders!
Facebook also makes life easier for forgetful people. If you have friends on Facebook, the website will remind you of their birthdays. When you log in to the app, you’ll see the message on the main page: “Today is (friend’s name).” Click on this message and you will go straight to the place where you can write your wishes.
Wishes on Facebook are nothing difficult
The world of social media can seem complicated at times, but sending wishes on Facebook is really simple. Whether you choose a public post on the wall or a private message on Messenger – it’s up to you.
