- The processes to add contacts in Telegram almost always have to do with aliases and phone numbers, but very occasionally, you may want to add someone who is close to you
- For those situations, the developers of this application have thought of a
Although there are dozens of interesting instant messaging apps, from WhatsApp to the lesser-known ones, there are really few that we can really evaluate as alternatives to the main reference in the sector. Some of them even have functions that the Facebook platform itself does not have. Eventually, for example, you can add close contacts on Telegram, or join groups created near your position , an attractive feature if you want to make friends not far from where you are..
It is that the instant messenger based in Dubai has a very very interesting function for people around you. The question then is how to add "close" contacts on Telegram, and what changes from the normal processes for adding contacts on this platform, which have more to do with aliases and phone numbers.
How to add close contacts step by step?
In any case, you can add contacts that are close to your location, and it won't take too long. All you have to do is keep your version of Telegram updated, so that it has that option..
- Open Telegram on your iPhone or Android mobile
- Go to the three horizontal lines in the upper left corner
- Enter the Contacts section that is available in that same menu
- Go to “Find People Nearby”
- By clicking there, the system will immediately search for other users near your position
- Tap on the contact you want to add to the list of Telegram members
- Click on Add to contacts, and then on Done, to confirm the action
It's that simple to add some people who are close to you, to plan outings with them.
And how to join nearby groups on Telegram?
Nearby groups is another utility that some users have seen as very useful, since it allows them to join groups of people in their city, for example to plan outings or social gatherings ..
- Open Telegram on your iPhone or Android mobile
- Go to the three horizontal lines in the upper left corner
- Enter the Contacts section that is available in that same menu
- Go to “Find People Nearby”
- By clicking there, the system will immediately search for other users and groups near your position
- You have to find the group you want to join and request it, waiting for them to approve your request
Groups usually have titles and descriptions that let users know what they're about, of course.
Conclusions
That of close people and close groups is a highly motivating function, but one that requires care. In times like the current ones, in which we don't know who we can trust and who we can't, we must be absolutely cautious before making an appointment with someone we only know through apps.
The dangers of the Internet and mobile phones are just around the corner, and the use of this feature should be completely restricted for minors, leaving it solely at the discretion of the elderly.