posts versus comments
Inspired by -b's Re: Try writing posts, not comments; or, In defence of comments which replies to Scott's Try writing posts, not comments.
Linking to posts you reference is your creative choice. Doing so helps readers like me understand your reply better with added context.
Constructive commenting and reply posting alike benefit each other. They provide practice for commnunication modes at different scales and agency levels.
Comment and reply post formats differ among people enough to where they may appear unexpectedly disparate.
Responses don't necessitate connection. Sometimes you want whom you reference to see your reply. Sometimes you don't. Sometimes you may want them to see it, but only if they're interested.
Like comments, I like that the toast button shows someone enjoyed my post enough to leave proof of it. (Off-topic: I don't appreciate accidentally clicking the button and being unable to revoke my toast. However, I can see this being a can of worms.)
Comments can be incredibly and potentially rightfully complex. Variables like writing length and depth can influence either simplicity or complexity.
Some people prefer full ownership of their content. Leaving content for other webmasters can become a liability.
People are free to suggest when to use posts and comments as well as silently expect communication styles they wish to receive.
Setting expectations for audience correspondence upfront would be a beneficial, preemptive move for comments and reply posts alike.
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