How do I edit my Prompts?

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Prompts allow you to put your curiosities, interests, deep feelings and intentions into your own words. By moving daters away from the typical details shared on profiles, Prompts are meant to inspire surprise, curiosity and playfulness.

We encourage daters to get creative with their prompt answers; answering with something specific gives other daters a real reason to reach out.

 

Here's how to edit your prompt answers or choose a brand new prompt:

  1. Tap the Photo Icon in the lower right corner of the screen.
  2. Tap the Pencil Icon Pencil Icon next to your profile picture.
  3. Reorder your prompts by dragging and dropping them.
  4. Tap on one of the three answers to edit your text.
  5. To change the prompt question, tap the Pencil Icon Pencil Icon beside the prompt.
    1. You can select a category at the top to narrow things down.
    2. Once you've found the prompt you want, tap into it.
  6. Tap Done when you're happy with the changes.

At the moment, Hinge members can display three prompt answers at a time. However, you can change those prompts as often as you'd like.

Want help making your answers stand out? We offer Prompt Feedback for personalized tips on getting your Prompts just right. Learn more about Prompt Feedback here.

 

What are Photo Prompts?

Photo prompts are similar to regular prompts, but instead of pairing the prompt with a written answer, you pair it with a photo.

To select a Photo Prompt:

  1. Tap your Photo Icon in the bottom right corner of the screen.
  2. Tap the Pencil icon Pencil Icon.
  3. Tap any one of your photos.
  4. Then tap Select a Prompt.
  5. Choose a Prompt that fits your photo from the dropdown menu.

Photo prompts are entirely optional. Add one if it feels right, or skip it.

 

What are Video Prompts?

Video Prompts are very similar to regular prompts, but instead of pairing the prompt with a written answer, you pair it with a short video.

You can follow the steps below to record your Video Prompt using your device camera:

  1. Tap your Photo Icon in the bottom right corner of the screen
  2. Tap the Pencil icon Pencil Icon.
  3. Tap on the box under Video Prompt.
  4. You might see a popup that asks you to give the app permission to take a photo/record a video.
  5. You'll see a Prompt at the bottom of the screen.
    • If you want to change this prompt and select a new one, tap on it and make a new selection
  6. When you're ready to record, press and hold the white button.
    • You can also select an existing video on your device by tapping the Photo icon in the Lower left corner.
  7. To re-record, tap the X in the top right corner, or tap Redo in the bottom left.
  8. When you're happy with your video, tap the Purple Arrow.
  9. If you're an iOS user, tap Done; If you're an Android user, tap the Back arrow.

You can add one Video Prompt. Like Photo Prompts, it's entirely optional.

 

What are Prompt Polls?

Prompt Polls let potential matches choose which of your answers speaks to them, then send a Like or Rose straight to that specific response.

Here's how to add a Prompt Poll to your profile:

  1. Tap your Photo Icon in the top right corner of the screen.
  2. Tap the Pencil Icon Pencil Icon.
  3. Tap on the box under Prompt Poll.
  4. Review the Prompt presented and decide if you would like to pick a new Prompt 
    • To browse other Prompt options, tap on the Pencil icon
  5. Add your three Prompt Poll responses.
  6. When you're happy with your responses, if you're an iOS user, tap Done, and if you're an Android user, tap the < arrow.

You can add one Prompt Poll. Like Photo and Video Prompts, it's entirely optional.

 

What are Passing Thoughts?

Currently we’re testing a new addition to profiles called Passing Thoughts. Passing Thoughts are quick takes you can add to your profile to show a glimpse of who you are and what’s on your mind right now.

Each week brings a new set of three prompts tied to cultural moments and niche interests to choose from. Answer any (or all) with a few words and an optional photo. Responses appear as profile cards to spark conversation and build rapport, then disappear after 7 days.

Here's how to add a Passing Thought to your profile:

  1. Tap your Photo Icon in the bottom right corner of the screen.
  2. Tap the Pencil Icon.
  3. Scroll to Passing Thoughts and tap Add a thought.
  4. Choose one of this week's prompts.
  5. Type your response. A photo is optional.
  6. Tap Post when you're happy with it.

A few things to know:

  • Passing Thoughts stick around for seven days, then disappear on their own.
  • You can't edit a Passing Thought once it's posted, but you can delete it and share a new one anytime.
  • To see all of someone else's Passing Thoughts, share one of your own first.
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