Facebook is all about connecting, be it for business or socializing. Connecting with people on Facebook involves interaction, like dropping comments, hitting the like button, and sending direct messages. Sometimes, you want to employ the enter function for a new paragraph without posting the comment you are typing to share. It can be tricky, but it can be executed.

To learn more on how to hit enter on Facebook without posting, keep reading this article. Let’s go!

How To Hit Enter on Facebook Messages Without Sending

  • Go to Facebook in your web browser and log in.Tap on the Messenger icon in the top right corner.Begin a conversation.Input your text in the text box.Hold down “Shift” and hit “Enter.”The arrow will migrate to the following line without sending the message. You can proceed to input the other section of your message.

This step can be used for the chat windows on the main Facebook page, as well as on messenger.com. In the past, when sending messages, you could change the default operation for pressing “Enter,” but now, it is no longer supported.

Suppose you are making use of the mobile version. The return button or the enter button will create a new line naturally without the message being sent. This is because the send button is distinct.

How To Use the Enter Key in Status Updates Without Posting

  • Click within the “What’s On Your Mind?” status update box at the top of your Facebook homepage.Type out the beginning paragraph of your status update.Hit “Enter” two times to start a new paragraph.Write out the rest of your status update.Tap the “Share” button beneath the status update box to post the update.

How To Use the Enter Key in Comments Without Posting

  • Go to the post you wish to comment on.Click the “Comment” button.Type in the beginning paragraph of the comment you intend to make.Press the “Shift” key and press “Enter” on your keyboard two times. A new paragraph will be created.Now, write out the rest of your comment and press “Enter” to post the comment.

How To Start a New Paragraph on Facebook

If you want to include a new paragraph in your comment on Facebook, all you have to do is press the “Shift” + “Enter” key combination on your keyboard. When you see this, a new paragraph will be added. This would make the structure of your comment appear neat, even if it is a lengthy one.

Conclusion

Hitting “Enter” on Facebook to create a line break instead of posting your message is very far from difficult. With the steps broken down for you, you should be able to make line breaks on your post like a pro the next time you are sending a message on Facebook.

However, do not forget that following these steps is not necessary if you are using Facebook on the mobile app. The send button on the app is independent of the Return\Enter keys.