How You 'Like' Things On Facebook Is About To Change

Facebook have revealed plans for a range of reactions rather than one 'dislike' option. Photo: Facebook

So while it was reported that Facebook would be adding a 'dislike' option to posts, it has now been revealed that the site will actually offer a range of reactionary emojis instead.

The new feature, which is being tested in Spain and Ireland, will offer multiple 'reactions' alongside the original 'like' button.

"We’re excited to start this test, but understand that this is a big change, and one that we want to make sure to get right," Facebook explained in a post.

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Users will be able to select from a range of emojis which include love, laughter, cheeky smiles, shock anger etc.

The new reactions will apply to both posts by individual users as well as those from advertisers, publishers or businesses.

"Our goal is to show you the stories that matter most to you in News Feed. Initially, just as we do when someone likes a post, if someone uses a Reaction, we will infer they want to see more of that type of post. We will spend time learning from this initial rollout and iterate based on findings in the future."