On TikTok, “Nudge” is a small tap you send to a friend to say “hey, look at this.” It shows up as a gentle push notification that invites them to open the app and watch the video you’re sharing—no big message, just a quick heads-up.
People use it when they spot something funny or wild and want a friend to see it right away. Instead of texting “watch this,” you hit Nudge and the other person gets a little alert. It’s like saying, “You’ve got to see this now,” without typing anything.
Meaning & Usage Examples
– Sarah saw a cat riding a skateboard and nudged Jake so he wouldn’t miss it.
– A creator might nudge their best friend after dropping a new dance challenge.
– If you’re scrolling with your roommate nearby, you can nudge them instead of shouting across the room.
Context / Common Use
You’ll see the Nudge button inside the share menu on any video. Tap it, pick a friend, and they’ll get a notification that says “[Your name] nudged you.” It works only if both users follow each other and have notifications on. It’s super casual—think of it like tagging someone, but quicker.
Can you nudge someone who doesn’t follow you?
No. Both people need to follow each other for the Nudge option to appear.
Will the nudge show the video title?
No. The alert just says who nudged you; the friend taps it and lands straight on the video.
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