How To Fix The Reaction Feature On Messenger?

To fix issues with the reaction feature on Facebook Messenger, follow these steps:

1. Update the Messenger app:

   • iOS: Open the App Store, search for Messenger, and tap "Update" if available.
   • Android: Open the Play Store, search for Messenger, and tap "Update" or "Install" if needed.

2. Check privacy and security settings:

   • Open Messenger, tap the profile icon, select Settings, and choose Privacy and Security. Review settings for message delivery and restricted accounts.

3. Reset custom emoji:

   • Open Messenger, tap the profile icon, select Settings, then Quick Reaction, and set your preferred emoji.

4. Log out and back in:

   • iOS: Long-press the Messenger app icon, choose App Info, select Storage and Cache, and clear cache. Open Messenger again.
   • Android: Open Settings, tap Apps & Notifications, find Messenger, select Force Stop, and then reopen Messenger.

5. Clear app cache (iOS only):

   • Open Settings, tap General, tap iPhone Storage, scroll down to Messenger, select Offload App, and confirm Offload App. Reinstall the Messenger.

6. Force quit and relaunch (iOS):

   • Swipe up, hold, and remove the Messenger app from background apps. Open it again.

7. Update Facebook Messenger (if still experiencing issues):

   • Open the App Store or Play Store, search for Messenger, and update if a new version is available.

8. Remove and replace reactions:

   • Long-press a message, choose Remove Reaction, then add a new reaction by long-pressing the message again and selecting a different reaction.

9. Check for bugs or glitches by searching for news and information regarding recently reported issues with Messenger's reaction feature if the above steps haven't resolved problem. You might need to wait for a fix from Facebook if it's a widespread issue.

Following these troubleshooting steps will help resolve or mitigate errors in the reaction feature on Facebook Messenger.