6 Easy Steps to Add a Relationship on Facebook

Navigating the Facebook Interface

To begin, open the Facebook website or launch the mobile app. If you’re not already signed in, enter your login credentials to access your profile. Once logged in, you’ll be greeted with the familiar Facebook news feed. Here’s a quick guide to the navigation elements you’ll need:

Element	Function
Menu Bar (top)	Contains your profile information, notifications, messages, and other account settings
News Feed (main section)	Displays updates, posts, and stories from friends, family, and the pages you follow
Left Sidebar	Provides quick access to your friend list, recently visited groups, and suggested connections
Timeline Tab (Profile Page)	Displays your personal posts, photos, videos, and other information

With these navigation elements in mind, you can easily find the section where you can add a new relationship to your profile.

Locating the “Add Friend” Button

To add a relationship on Facebook, the first step is to locate the “Add Friend” button. This button is typically found on a person’s profile page. Here are the steps to find the “Add Friend” button:

Navigate to the profile page of the person you want to add as a friend.
Scroll down the profile page until you see the “Friends” section.
If you are not already friends with the person, you will see an “Add Friend” button next to their profile picture. Click on this button to send a friend request.

If you are having trouble finding the “Add Friend” button, you can also try using the search bar at the top of the Facebook page. Type in the name of the person you want to add as a friend and click on their profile picture when it appears in the search results. This will take you to their profile page, where you can then find the “Add Friend” button.

Platform	Location of “Add Friend” Button
Web	Next to the person’s profile picture, in the “Friends” section.
iOS App	Below the person’s profile picture, next to the “Message” button.
Android App	Below the person’s profile picture, next to the “Message” button.

Searching for the Person You Want to Add

To add a friend on Facebook, you first need to find their profile. There are several ways to search for someone on Facebook:

1. Search by name: Enter the person’s name in the search bar at the top of the Facebook page. Facebook will display a list of matching profiles.

2. Search by email or phone number: If you know the person’s email address or phone number, you can use that to find them on Facebook. Just enter the information in the search bar.

3. Search by username: If the person you’re looking for has a Facebook username, you can search for them by that username. Just type the username in the search bar.

4. Search by location: If you know where the person you’re looking for lives, you can use that to narrow down your search. To do this, click on the “More” tab in the search bar and select “Search by location.” This will allow you to search for people who live in a specific city, state, or country.

Search Method	Description
Name	Enter the person’s name in the search bar.
Email or Phone Number	Enter the person’s email address or phone number in the search bar.
Username	Enter the person’s Facebook username in the search bar.
Location	Click on the “More” tab in the search bar and select “Search by location.”

Sending a Friend Request

To send a friend request on Facebook, follow these steps:

Search for the person you want to add: Use the search bar at the top of the page to find the person by their name or email address.
Click on their profile: Once you find the person, click on their name to view their profile.
Click the ‘Add Friend’ button: The ‘Add Friend’ button is located on the right-hand side of the person’s profile, just below their cover photo.
Write a message (optional): You can optionally write a message to the person explaining why you’re adding them as a friend.
Click ‘Send Request’: Once you’re satisfied with your message, click the ‘Send Request’ button to send the friend request.

Relationship Status	Description
Friends	This is the default relationship status for people who have accepted each other’s friend requests. They can see each other’s posts and updates, and they can send each other messages and chat.
Family	This relationship status is used for people who are related to each other, such as siblings, parents, and grandparents. They can see each other’s posts and updates, and they can send each other messages and chat.
Acquaintances	This relationship status is used for people who you know but are not close friends with. They can see your public posts and updates, but they cannot see your private posts. You cannot send them messages or chat with them unless they also add you as a friend.

Building Custom Relationship Statuses

Facebook offers a wide range of standard relationship statuses, but you can also create your own custom status to reflect the unique nature of your relationship. To do this, click on the “Edit Profile” link on your profile page, then click on the “Relationship Status” field. In the drop-down menu, select “Custom” and enter your desired status in the text box. You can also add an optional privacy setting to control who can see your custom status.

Here are some tips for creating a custom relationship status:

Keep it concise and to the point.
Use clear and unambiguous language.
Avoid using jargon or slang.
Proofread your status before you save it.

Custom Relationship Status	Description
“It’s complicated”	This status is often used to describe a relationship that is not easily defined. It can also be used to indicate that the relationship is going through a difficult time.
“In a civil union”	This status is used to describe a legally recognized relationship between two people of the same sex.
“In a domestic partnership”	This status is used to describe a legally recognized relationship between two people who are not married.
“In a polyamorous relationship”	This status is used to describe a relationship involving multiple romantic partners.
“In a queerplatonic relationship”	This status is used to describe a close, non-romantic relationship that is not based on sexual attraction.

Managing Your Relationships on Facebook

To manage your relationships on Facebook, you can customize your privacy settings for each relationship status. This allows you to control who can see your posts, photos, and other information.

To change your privacy settings for a relationship:

1. Click the arrow in the top right corner of your Facebook page.
2. Select “Settings & Privacy” from the drop-down menu.
3. Click “Privacy Settings.”
4. Under “Your Activity,” click “Edit next to “Who can see your future posts?”
5. Select the desired privacy setting from the drop-down menu.
6. Click “Save Changes.”

You can also manage your relationships on Facebook by creating a custom friends list.

To create a custom friends list:

1. Click the “Friends” tab on your Facebook page.
2. Click the “Create List” button.
3. Enter a name for your list in the “List Name” field.
4. Click “Create List.”
5. Start adding friends to your list by clicking the “Add Friends” button.
6. Click “Done” when you have finished adding friends.

Once you have created a custom friends list, you can share posts and photos with only the people on that list.

To share a post or photo with a custom friends list:

1. Click the “Share” button below the post or photo.
2. Select “Friends” from the drop-down menu.
3. Click the “Custom” tab.
4. Select the custom friends list you want to share the post or photo with.
5. Click “Share.”

Exploring the Friends List Menu

To access the Friends List Menu, click on the “Friends” tab in the left-hand navigation menu on your Facebook homepage. Here’s a detailed overview of the menu options:

9. Friend Suggestions

This section displays a list of people that Facebook recommends adding as friends based on mutual connections, interests, or other factors. You can either “Add Friend” or “Not Now” for each suggestion. Here’s a breakdown of the additional options provided under each suggestion:

Option	Description
View Profile	Opens the profile of the suggested person so you can see more information about them.
Confirm Friend Request	If you sent a friend request to the person but haven’t received a response yet, this option allows you to resend the request.
Cancel Friend Request	If you sent a friend request but changed your mind, you can use this option to cancel it.
See Mutual Friends	Shows you the mutual friends you have with the suggested person.
Report Suggestion	If you believe the suggested person is a spam or fake account, you can report it to Facebook using this option.

Add a Relationship on Facebook

To add a relationship on Facebook, follow these steps:

Log in to your Facebook account.
Click on your profile picture in the top right corner.
Click on “About” in the left menu.
Scroll down to the “Relationship” section.
Click on the “Add a relationship” button.
Select the type of relationship you want to add.
Enter the name of the person you want to add as your partner.
Click on the “Save” button.

Troubleshooting Common Issues

1. I can’t find the “Add a relationship” button.

Make sure you are logged in to your Facebook account and that you are viewing your own profile. The “Add a relationship” button is only visible on your own profile.

2. I can’t find the person I want to add as my partner.

Make sure that the person you want to add is a Facebook user. If they are not, you will not be able to add them as your partner.

3. I added a relationship, but it doesn’t show up on my profile.

It may take a few minutes for your relationship to appear on your profile. If it does not appear after a few minutes, try refreshing your page.

4. I want to change the type of relationship I have with someone.

To change the type of relationship you have with someone, click on the “Edit” button next to their name in the “Relationship” section of your profile. Then, select the new type of relationship you want to have.

5. I want to remove a relationship from my profile.

To remove a relationship from your profile, click on the “X” next to their name in the “Relationship” section of your profile. Then, click on the “Remove” button.

6. I’m getting an error message when I try to add a relationship.

If you are getting an error message when you try to add a relationship, try the following:

Make sure you are logged in to your Facebook account.
Make sure that the person you want to add is a Facebook user.
Make sure that you have not already added the person as a partner.
Try refreshing your page.

7. I’m having other problems adding a relationship.

If you are having other problems adding a relationship, you can contact Facebook for help.

8. I don’t want to add a relationship to my profile.

If you do not want to add a relationship to your profile, you can simply leave the “Relationship” section of your profile blank.

9. I’m not sure what type of relationship to add.

If you are not sure what type of relationship to add, you can select the “Other” option. This will allow you to enter a custom relationship status.

10. What types of relationships can I add?

You can add the following types of relationships to your Facebook profile:

Relationship Type	Description
Married	You are legally married to this person.
In a relationship	You are in a romantic relationship with this person.
Engaged	You are engaged to be married to this person.
In a civil partnership	You are in a civil partnership with this person.
In a domestic partnership	You are in a domestic partnership with this person.
In an open relationship	You are in an open relationship with this person.
Separated	You are separated from this person.
Divorced	You are divorced from this person.
Widowed	This person has died.
Other	You can enter a custom relationship status.

How to Add a Relationship on Facebook

Adding a relationship to your Facebook profile is a great way to share your relationship status with your friends and family. It can also be a way to connect with other people who are in similar relationships or who share your interests.

To add a relationship to your Facebook profile, follow these steps:

Log into your Facebook account.
Click on your profile picture in the top right corner of the screen.
Click on the “About” tab.
Scroll down to the “Relationship” section.
Click on the “Add a relationship” button.
Select the type of relationship you want to add.
Enter the name of the person you’re in a relationship with.
Click on the “Save” button.