Short of time and cannot plan anything elaborate? You can play a good practical joke on friends from your browser. The old Pranksters page listed five Facebook tricks. Some of those depended on how the site worked at the time, so this page covers the ideas that last: a screenshot, a caption and a quick reveal.
A fake post is the fastest Facebook prank
Build a post that looks real, send the screenshot to a friend and wait. The Fake Facebook Post Generator lets you set the name, the text and the reactions, then download the image. A post that mentions a friend's favorite team, band or show is usually enough.
Four ideas that work on a screenshot
- The unbelievable headline. Post a fake news item about something your friend cares about, then reveal it a minute later.
- The odd caption. Pair an ordinary photo with a ridiculous caption and see who comments first.
- The wrong-person comment. Make a screenshot where a celebrity replies to your friend's post.
- The in-joke status. Write a status only your group will understand.
Rules that keep it friendly
Do not impersonate a real person to deceive others. Never use a prank to harass, to spread a rumor or to suggest that someone is in trouble. Pick targets who laugh easily, and tell them it is a joke soon after.
