Saving or copying that perfect meme or interesting image from the Reddit app just got a little more complicated. Users recently noticed a change in the mobile app that removed the familiar long-press function for saving or copying images directly. This simple, intuitive action is gone, leaving many voicing their frustration online.
Previously, a quick press-and-hold on an image would bring up options like “Copy Image” or “Save Image.” Now, that convenient shortcut has vanished. If you want to save an image to your device, you need to take a couple of extra steps. First, tap on the image to view it. Then, look for the three dots icon, usually located in the top-right corner of the screen. Tapping this icon will reveal the menu where the save option now resides.
This change has even got users talking on the r/assholedesign subreddit. User Matthew789_17 expressed common sentiment, commenting, “I took a good few minutes to figure this out myself. Wtf is wrong with the original position Reddit? Did your app developers run out of ideas to make it more shit?” Another user, Repulsive-Report6278, speculated on the reason behind such updates, saying, “I stg 99% of the mobile app changes are just devs needing something to do to justify having a job.”
Why make a simple task more difficult? Some users theorize that Reddit wants to encourage sharing the post link rather than the image itself. Sharing the link drives traffic back to Reddit, potentially increasing engagement numbers and ad views. By making direct image saving slightly less convenient, the platform might be subtly nudging users towards sharing habits that benefit its metrics. Others simply see it as another example of unnecessary UI tinkering that worsens the user experience.
Whatever the reason, the outcome is clear. Saving images now requires more taps and navigating through menus, interrupting the seamless Browse experience many users enjoyed. While the function still exists, this added friction is a definite step back for usability, forcing users to put in that extra bit of effort for a previously simple task.
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Dwayne Cubbins
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For nearly a decade, I've been deciphering the complexities of the tech world, with a particular passion for helping users navigate the ever-changing tech landscape. From crafting in-depth guides that unlock your phone's hidden potential to uncovering and explaining the latest bugs and glitches, I make sure you get the most out of your devices. And yes, you might occasionally find me ranting about some truly frustrating tech mishaps.
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