Bluesky launches ‘Trending Topics’ feature for desktop and mobile users: Here’s how it works
Bluesky is taking another step to enhance user experience by introducing the “Trending Topics” feature, now available in beta version. The social media platform announced on December 25 that both mobile and desktop app users can now discover trending topics around the world. However, this feature is currently only available in English.
Where to find Bluesky trending topics
Desktop users will find trending topics on the right sidebar, while mobile users can access them by tapping the search button in the app. This feature is designed to keep users up to date with the most discussed topics, but also provides the option to turn it off. By navigating to Settings > Content and Media, users can uncheck the ‘Enable trending topics’ option to disable this option.
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Bluesky has taken steps to ensure that user preferences are respected in the trending topics section. If a user has muted certain words or phrases, those words or phrases will not appear in the trending feed. This customization allows users to manage their experience and avoid unwanted content.
Bluesky vs. Theme
The introduction of the “Trending Topics” feature puts Bluesky in direct competition with Threads, Meta’s platform, which has restricted its trending feature to users in the US and Japan. Bluesky’s broader, global rollout aims to appeal to a wider audience as the platform continues to grow at a rapid pace.
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However, the company describes the feature as “V1” and makes it clear that it is still in beta. Bluesky emphasized that feedback from users will play an important role in its development. The platform encourages users to share their thoughts and objections about the feature’s implementation.
Meanwhile, Bluesky’s rapid growth continues to attract attention. The platform saw an increase of 10 million new users in just one month, bringing the total to over 25 million users. This growing popularity prompted Meta to accelerate feature releases for Threads, signaling growing competition between the two platforms. As users look for alternatives to X (formerly Twitter), Bluesky is emerging as a serious contender.
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The Bluesky app is free to download on the App Store and requires an iPhone running iOS 15.1 or later. To ensure access to the latest features, users should install an updated version of the app.
