TikTok Adds Mention Features for Liked and Favorited Videos
New cross-referencing capabilities make it easier to share and reference saved content
Key Takeaway for Creators
TikTok's new mention feature allows users to directly reference videos from their Liked and Favorited collections within their own content. This creates new opportunities for reaction videos, recommendations, compilations, and community building through content curation.
What's New?
Previously, creators could stitch or duet with videos they encountered, but there was no easy way to reference specific videos they had saved. The new mention feature solves this by allowing users to tag videos from their Liked and Favorited collections directly.
How It Works
Create Your Video
Start creating content as usual in the TikTok editor
Add Video Mention
Tap the mention button and select "Liked Videos" or "Favorited Videos"
Choose Specific Video
Browse your saved collection and select the video to mention
Viewers Can Click Through
The mention appears as a clickable link that takes viewers directly to the referenced video
Creative Use Cases
📺 Video Recommendations & Reviews
Create "Top 10" or recommendation videos where viewers can instantly access each mentioned video. Perfect for "Best TikToks of the Week" compilations or niche content curation.
🎓 Tutorial References
Reference previous tutorials or related content you've saved. Example: "Building on the technique from [mentioned video], here's an advanced version..."
💭 Reaction & Commentary Series
Create reaction series where you discuss multiple videos you've saved, with viewers able to watch the originals directly from your mentions.
🏆 Creator Spotlights
Highlight favorite creators by mentioning their best work from your Liked collection, driving traffic to fellow creators you appreciate.
Benefits for Creators
Enhanced Storytelling
Build richer narratives by referencing specific videos as evidence or examples
Community Building
Drive traffic to creators you admire, fostering collaboration and mutual support
Curation Content Type
Develop a new content vertical based on curating and recommending videos
Easier Referencing
No more "I'll link in comments"—direct mentions provide instant access
How to Use This Feature
- 1.Start creating a new video in the TikTok app
- 2.In the editing screen, look for the @ mention icon
- 3.Select either "Liked Videos" or "Favorited Videos" from the menu
- 4.Browse your collection and tap the video you want to mention
- 5.The mention will appear as a clickable link in your video
- 6.Publish your video—mentions will be active immediately
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