Direct is a way to communicate on the Instagram social network. It is with the help of this function that data and information are exchanged between users.
How to use?
You need to know certain rules when using Direct. In order to start using the function, you must follow the following sequence:
- checking the charge level on an electronic device;
- confirming access to your account.
After that, it is worth deciding on the type of electronic device.
Android
It is very easy to find the dialog box. The user must activate the button on the main page of the application. Then you need to select a follower and click on the plus. The selected person is automatically shown in Direct. After that, you can begin to conduct a dialogue.
Samsung
Using Direct on devices of this brand has its own peculiarities. Sequencing:
- activation of the button on the main page;
- window appears (the entire list of subscribers is displayed in it);
- select a user (via search by name);
- dialogue.
A special line is used to write a message. After typing the text, you need to click on the arrow. The window with the correspondence can be customized according to your preference (the date the message was sent, the name of the followers, and other criteria). Samsung allows you to enable audio. It acts as an alert for new messages.
iPhone
At the top of the page there is a line to search for a user. After choosing a follower, you can start a dialogue. After sending a message, Direct automatically closes the dialog box. This function is very convenient and is liked by almost all owners of electronic devices on the iOS platform.
Personal computer
Few people find Direct on a personal computer right away. This is because many browsers do not have this option. To use Direct, you will have to install certain applications on your computer.
After installing and running the software, you need to log into your account. Then you can begin to conduct a dialogue.
Key recommendations:
- don’t install services with a paid subscription;
- it is necessary to constantly update the version of the application;
- registration is a prerequisite;
- Before installing the software, you should carefully read the instructions. It describes in detail all the rules, indicates compatibility with operating systems;
- it is best to conduct correspondence through the standard Direct menu.
Communication
Trading
Direct is often used to promote and sell goods and services. Many advertisers send messages to their potential customers through this application.
Cooperation
Direct is also used to publish cooperation proposals. This is usually done by popular bloggers, shops, brands.
Personal communication
For most users, Direct on Instagram is a means of conducting personal correspondence.
Why isn’t the other person answering?
Sometimes users don’t reply and ignore messages. This is due to the following reasons:
- incorrect questions – often followers are tactless and ask unpleasant questions. After that, the desire to communicate completely disappears;
- lack of free time – popular Instagram bloggers have little time for personal correspondence. They simply do not open and ignore many messages;
- time to respond – some users should be given time to think;
- requests – sometimes messages go to this section. It is for this reason that the interlocutor does not see the correspondence.
Making Sales
Direct can be used to conduct full trading. This is facilitated by the presence of the built-in mailing function (Autodirect). This option becomes available after enabling. To do this, you need to find the function in the settings and make a connection.
To send messages via Autodirect, you do not need to be subscribed to users. The option allows you to send texts to absolutely all Instagram followers. Many online stores send links to official sites through Direct. This allows you to increase popularity and attract new customers.
