Meta is famous for copying many features from other social media apps and incorporating them into their app brilliantly. Another similar example is the newly launched Threads app, which is supposed to be a better alternative to Twitter. As users flock to the Themes app, many wonder how to access Themes on the web.
While Threads’ competitor Twitter has let you seamlessly use its microblogging platform on the web, it’s understandable that Threads sagged a bit when it first came out. However, if Instagram’s Twitter-like platform grows on you, here’s how to use Web Themes on PC or Mac.
Can you access the Themes website on PC or Mac
Yes, you can, but there is a downside to it. The problem is that the Themes site doesn’t allow you to login. This limits some basic functionality, such as following or unfollowing a person, liking a topic, replying, etc.
However, Threads says on its app and website, “You’ll soon be able to follow and interact with people on other diverse platforms, such as Mastodon,” which suggests it could become more interactive on the web in the future. For now, move on to the next section to see how you can access it.
How to Use Themes on PC or Mac
Using social media apps on your smartphone can be addictive and ineffective. So, if you want to see what your Theme friends are up to while working on PC or Mac, we have two simple methods.
Method 1: Using Threads Website
The Themes site is in its early stages, which means some functionality is limited (more on that later). However, you can easily access Themes on your PC or Mac. The best part is that you can do so without logging into your account. Let’s see the simple steps:
Step 1: Open Instagram and go to the profile of the person whose Topic you want to see.
Step 2: Click on the Themes icon to access their latest Themes.
Alternately: You can also type ‘threads.net/@username’ into your browser’s URL bar to access someone’s Threads on the web.
Step 3: The theme will now open; scroll and see Threads posted by your friend. Alternatively, click on a Topic to expand it further and read its replies.
Fun fact: Clicking on the Themes icon on a website will enable dark mode.
Step 4: You can also share Themes from web. Click on the ‘three dots’ (kebab menu) to show more Theme related options.
Step 5: Click ‘Copy Link’ and paste in the app of your choice to share.
While using this method to access Themes on the web seems fun and easy, it can also be frustrating because of its limitations. Friend
- Can’t post topic.
- can’t see old Threads from someone.
- cannot like a Theme.
- Cannot comment on Threads.
- Topics cannot be shared to your Instagram Story/Feed.
- Can’t see Thread’s likes.
- cannot repost or quote a Thread.
However, if you want full access to Themes on your PC or Mac, check out the following method.
Also read: Tips and tricks for using Themes
Method 2: Emulate Android on PC or Mac
You can also try an Android emulator by using the Emulator to access the full functionality of Themes on your PC or Mac. NoxPlayer and BlueStacks are some popular emulators for PC or Mac. You can also try Windows Subsystem to run Android apps natively on your PC if you are using Windows.
Note: Currently, many emulators like NoxPlayer and BlueStacks do not support Apple Silicon Mac.
Once you have completed the installation of the emulator, launch the emulator, sign in with your Google account, and follow these steps:
Step 1: Launch Play Store on your emulator and click on the Search bar.
Step 2: Search for Instagram Themes and click ‘Install’.
Step 3: Once the app is installed, click ‘Open’ to launch the Themes app on your PC or Mac.
Step 4: Now click on ‘Sign in with Instagram’.
Step 5: Enter your username and password and click ‘Login’.
Step 6: Now, the Themes app is open on your PC or Mac; you can continue to use it as you do on your phone.
Instagram Topics FAQ
1. I signed up for Meta Verified. Will my verified badge be visible to others on the web version of the Theme?
Yes, it will be visible to you as well as others.
2. Is there a limit to the number of Topics I can see in a day, such as Twitter?
Are not. There is no limit to the number of Topics you can view in a day.
Easy theme access
If Themes wants to compete with Twitter, Meta needs to bring more functionality to the web version. Until then, you can use these two methods to access Themes seamlessly on your PC or Mac. Whether you want to peruse your friend’s Threads or reply to them, you’ll be able to do so by following the methods above.
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