How To Pin Comments On TikTok Live Stream? [Detailed Guide]

As an active member of the TikTok community, I have extensive experience with TikTok’s live video feature. However, I’ve noticed that many TikTokers don’t fully utilize this feature. There are numerous possibilities for experimentation while live with your fans or friends. Are you familiar with how to pin comments on TikTok? If not, this guide is about to change the game for you. Make sure to read it all the way through.

How To Pin Comments On TikTok Videos?

When a streamer wants to highlight a specific comment above all others, they can pin that comment to the top of the comment section.

Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to pin comments on TikTok videos:

• Open the TikTok application on your device.
• Locate the post on which you want to pin a comment.
• On the right side of the post, you’ll see a speech bubble icon with three dots, as shown in the screenshot.
• Tap on the speech bubble icon to view all comments on the video.
• Long-press the comment you wish to pin.
• A list of options will appear after long-pressing the comment. Tap on the “Pin Comment” option.
• The pinned comment will now be displayed at the top of the post.
• If you decide to replace the pinned comment at any time, repeat the process by long-pressing the new comment you want to pin.
• A pop-up message will appear on your screen, stating that pinning the new comment will replace and unpin the previously pinned comment.
• Tap on the “Pin and replace” button to pin the new comment.

How To Unpin Comments On TikTok Videos?

If you choose not to pin any comments on your TikTok posts, you can unpin a comment by following these steps:

• Open the TikTok application on your device.
• Find the post from which you want to unpin a comment.
• On the right side of the post, you’ll see a speech bubble icon with three dots, as shown in the screenshot.
• Tap on the speech bubble icon to view all comments on the video.
• Long-press the comment that is currently pinned.
• A list of options will appear after long-pressing the comment. Tap on the “Unpin Comment” option.
• The pinned comment will then no longer be displayed at the top of the comments thread.

How To Pin Comments On TikTok Live Stream?

If you’re eager to learn how to pin comments during a TikTok live stream, unfortunately, as of now, TikTok doesn’t offer a Pin Comment feature for live streams. However, there’s a workaround that allows you to effectively pin comments using the Q&A feature. During a live video, TikTok doesn’t provide an option to pin comments directly from viewers. However, if the same comment is submitted through the Q&A section, you can easily pin it. Here’s how:

• Open the TikTok app on your mobile phone and tap on the “+” sign, also known as the create button, located at the bottom middle of the app screen.
• Scroll the carousel of options to the left to find the “Go Live” option highlighted in red.
• Tap the “Go Live” button to start your live video. Wait for viewers to join the session as TikTok notifies your followers that you’re live.
• Once viewers begin to join and comment, ask the author of the comment you want to pin to send it as a question. While you can’t pin comments directly during a TikTok live, you can pin a question from a viewer.
• Viewers can ask questions by tapping the “Q&A” button next to the “Add a comment” area on their screens. If you want to pin a note, description, or link in the live session yourself, you can use another TikTok account.
• When a viewer sends a question, TikTok immediately notifies you. Next to the question, there will be a push-pin icon. Tap on it to pin the question. (Note: The question doesn’t necessarily have to be a question; it can also be a simple message.)
• The pinned question will be displayed under a white box for all viewers who join the live. If you miss the notification, you can still pin the question by accessing the “Interact” section next to the “Share” button on the live video screen. Select “Q&A” to view all questions asked during the live and repeat the process for pinning a comment. With these steps, you’re ready to conduct your TikTok live session effectively.

What is Q&A Feature on TikTok? 

TikTok’s Q&A feature stands out as a unique and engaging aspect, not commonly found on other social media platforms. Compared to its counterparts, TikTok leads the way by offering this feature.

Many content creators, influencers, businesses, and media personalities are embracing this feature for its effectiveness in engaging their target audiences. True to its name, Q&A allows audiences and viewers to pose questions, with creators responding accordingly.

These interactions are recorded and saved within the app, allowing users to revisit and review them later. Additionally, users have the option to record questions and answers in video format, ranging from 15 seconds to 3 minutes in length. This feature draws parallels with platforms like Reddit and Quora.

Given its advantages, many users utilize Q&A as a means of crowdsourcing diverse perspectives, resulting in a variety of new and unique content. Personally, I believe that people are more inclined to watch videos rather than read text, making the video answering feature an added bonus.

How To Find A Pinned Comment On TikTok? 

YouTube, Instagram, Facebook, and nearly all social media platforms today provide a feature allowing users to pin their favorite comments on posts and live feeds. Given TikTok’s prominent position among social media platforms, it’s no surprise that it offers a similar feature. The Pin Comment feature, also known as flagged comments, on TikTok is valuable for establishing the desired tone for your posts and attracting user attention.

Now, how can you identify a pinned comment on TikTok?

When you pin a comment on TikTok, it appears prominently at the top of your post or live feed video. Look for a push-pin icon or a comment labeled as “Pinned” to identify it as a pinned comment. It’s important to note that only the creator of the post has the authority to pin comments of their choosing. Pinning comments on someone else’s post or video is not possible.

When a creator pins a comment, the author of that comment receives a notification. Pinned comments can be unpinned at any time, although authors are not notified when their comments are unpinned. TikTok permits the pinning of only one comment at a time. If you wish to pin another comment, you must first unpin the currently pinned comment.

How To Pin a Comment On TikTok PC?

Even though smartphones are ubiquitous, some individuals prefer to use social media apps like TikTok on their PCs for valid reasons. For instance, TikTok influencers may find it cumbersome to switch between their PC and phone, especially when going live for their audience. In such cases, using TikTok directly on their PC becomes a more efficient option. If you’re wondering how to pin a comment on TikTok on your PC, follow these steps:

• Visit the official website of Bluestacks, a reputable emulator for running mobile apps on PCs.
• Click on the “Download BlueStacks” button and save the downloaded file on your PC. It’s recommended to transfer the file to the ‘D’ drive for better performance.
• Once the emulator file is downloaded, open it and click on the “Run” command to initiate the installation process. This may take some time, so please be patient.
• After the installation is complete, the emulator will prompt you to sign in to your Google account to access the Google Play Store. Follow the on-screen instructions to sign in and accept the Terms of Service.
• Once signed in, open the Google Play Store within the emulator and install TikTok.
• After TikTok is installed, open the application and find the post on which you want to pin a comment.
• On the right side of the post, you’ll see a dialogue bubble icon with three dots.
• Click on the dialogue bubble icon to view all comments on the video.
• Hold and long-press the comment you want to pin.
• A list of options will appear. Tap on the “Pin Comment” option.
• The pinned comment will now be displayed at the top of the post.

By following these steps and using an emulator like Bluestacks, you can easily pin comments on TikTok while using it on your PC.

Conclusion 

TikTok is a captivating mobile application that provides endless entertainment, often keeping users engaged for hours. However, to enhance your TikTok experience, it’s important to familiarize yourself with certain features that can elevate your journey. By understanding how to utilize the Pin Comment feature on TikTok videos and live sessions, you can maximize your interaction and engagement. Happy TikToking!