Definition of mention

A Mention refers to the act of tagging or referencing another user's username, handle, or profile in a social media post or communication. Mentions notify the tagged user and often create a link to their profile.

Explanation of mention

Mentions are commonly used to direct a message to a specific individual, give credit, or initiate communication with a particular user.

Example of mention

On Twitter, mentioning another user involves using the "@" symbol followed by their username, like "@exampleuser."

Strategies of mention

• Engagement: Use mentions to engage with specific users or communities.
• Collaboration: Mention other users when collaborating or acknowledging their contributions.
• Customer service: Address customer inquiries or feedback by mentioning the user.

Related terms

• Tag
• @-mention
• User Notification
• Social Media Interaction
• Shoutout