Facebook is testing a downvote button — yet again

Group 1 - Meta is testing a "downvote" button for Facebook comments to reduce spammy content and enhance user experience [1] - The "downvote" feature aims to allow users to anonymously indicate comments they find less useful, marking a shift from the traditional "like" system [1][4] - Previous attempts at introducing a "dislike" button have been considered but not implemented, with the company opting for a broader range of reaction emojis instead [2][3] Group 2 - Instagram is also exploring a similar downvoting feature for comments, with concerns about user understanding and potential misuse of the function [4] - The test for the downvote button will include guidance for users, indicating its purpose is to identify comments that are not useful [4] - The effectiveness of the downvote feature remains uncertain, as it is still in the testing phase and may not be rolled out widely [4]