Auto-suggest user mentions in forum replies
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Currently, when replying to a forum post, we use the "@" symbol to mention a person, but users need to manually search for the name they want to mention. I propose an enhancement where, as soon as the "@" symbol is typed in a forum reply, a list of users who have already replied to that specific thread automatically appears. This will allow users to easily select the name they want to mention without having to search for it. This feature would improve the user experience by saving time and making the process more intuitive. 

absolutely,

I think 99% of the time, when I use @ , it is to adress the original poster or one of the repliers.  The onther 1% it is to involve a frequent problem solver or replier, and that list is also very small.  Never anyone else.  

What also doesn't help is that the search function is too strict on the different ways a letter can be written, e.g. c <> ç, a <> à

Thanks for mentioning this point @Dorine Boudry ! I also feel the same sometimes, especially with how strict the search function is regarding letter variations like "c" vs "ç" or "a" vs "à." 

agree with you @Dinesh M , I sometimes face challenges in reaching people due to the complexities of certain characters, such as 'c' vs. 'ç' or 'a' vs. 'à. 

Yes True, I agree with you @Dinesh M It should automatically populate the name whoever commented in the post.

I completely agree, Dinesh. 

True, we need to search full name to get the particular person name in search dropdown.

Thank for all the response. 

2026-02-26 06-29-24
Rahul
 
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Nice thought,

When click on reply it should automatic add @with poster name .