First Comment Overview
What is a first comment?
A first comment is a comment that gets added to your post right after it goes live. It's a great spot for hashtags, extra context, or a follow-up question, so you can keep your main caption clean and focused.
Before You Start
First comments are available in MeetEdgar's new Content Composer for Facebook, LinkedIn, and Instagram accounts.
Important: You need to be using the new Content Composer to add a first comment. If you're still in the old composer, use the toggle button at the top of the composer to switch over, and the first comment option will be available.
Make sure the social accounts you want to post to are already connected to Edgar. You can add the first comment to one account or several at once, and you choose which platforms get a comment (more on that below).
Good to know: Edgar publishes your first comment after your post goes live, so it will appear shortly after the post itself.
How to Add a First Comment
Step 1: Open the Content Composer
Go to Create New Content
Choose a Category for your content
Select the social accounts you want to post to
Step 2: Add Your First Comment
Click Add first comment beneath the caption
Type your comment in the text box
Use your first comment for:
Hashtags to keep your caption clean
Extra context that doesn't fit in the main caption
A follow-up question to start the conversation
Step 3: Turn Commenting On or Off for Each Platform
Posting to more than one account? Use the account icons to turn the first comment on or off for each platform.
For example, you might want to add your first comment to Instagram but skip it for Facebook and LinkedIn. Just switch off the Facebook and LinkedIn icons, and Edgar will leave those alone.
How to Schedule Your Post with a First Comment
Step 4: Save and Schedule as Usual
Once your caption and first comment are ready, save and schedule your content the same way you always do. There's nothing extra to set up for the comment.
When it's time, Edgar will:
1. Publish your post
2. Add your first comment automatically
If you need any help, please reach out to [email protected] and we'd be happy to assist!
Frequently Asked Questions
Which social platforms support first comments in MeetEdgar?
Which social platforms support first comments in MeetEdgar?
First comments are available for Facebook, LinkedIn, and Instagram posts.
Do I need to use the new Content Composer to add a first comment?
Do I need to use the new Content Composer to add a first comment?
Yes! The first comment feature is available only in the new Content Composer. If you're using the old composer, click the toggle button at the top to switch to the new one.
Why can't I see the Add First Comment option?
Why can't I see the Add First Comment option?
Make sure you're using the new Content Composer and have selected a supported social media account (Facebook, Instagram, or LinkedIn).
Do I need to connect my social media accounts before using the first comments?
Do I need to connect my social media accounts before using the first comments?
Yes. The social accounts need to be connected to MeetEdgar before you can create and publish posts with first comments.
Can I add hashtags in my first comment?
Can I add hashtags in my first comment?
Absolutely! You can place hashtags in your first comment to keep your main caption clean and focused.
Can I publish a post without a first comment?
Can I publish a post without a first comment?
Yes! First comments are optional. Simply leave the first comment field empty or turn off the relevant platform icons.
Does the first comment work with scheduled posts?
Does the first comment work with scheduled posts?
Yes! Add your first comment when creating your content and schedule the post as usual. Edgar will publish the comment after the post goes live.
What happens if I schedule a post to multiple social media accounts?
What happens if I schedule a post to multiple social media accounts?
Edgar will publish the post to the selected accounts and add the first comment to the platforms where you've enabled the feature.