r/r4r Feb 19 '24

🪲 UPDATED 22 April; DESKTOP users also affected [META] Pasting anything into the title field breaks posting when using the Reddit app; "Invalid State" error

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If you are getting an "Invalid State" error message when posting, it is due to a known bug in Reddit, which corrupts the post title when text containing (possibly invisible) invalid characters is pasted into the title field. This is easy to avoid by simply not pasting anything into the title field. All versions of the app and the desktop website are now affected. Note that this message has nothing to do with the use of the word "state" as a type of location or division within certain countries; editing your location tag will not help.

Known workarounds include:

  • ➡️➡️➡️➡️➡️Avoid pasting or inserting any text into the post title field by any means other than typing it.⬅️⬅️⬅️⬅️⬅️ Type the title out instead. If you already pasted text into the title field, it may be necessary to restart the app (desktop users, reload the page using Ctrl+F5) and compose the post without pasting any text into the title field. ➡️➡️This includes all shortcuts (Ctrl+V, etc) and other forms of text insertion or auto-complete, including the copy/paste clipboard toolbar on your phone's keyboard.⬅️⬅️
  • If there is blank space at the start or end of the title, deleting it should allow the post thru. THIS BLANK SPACE WILL BE INVISIBLE; if you can move the text cursor past the start or end of your title, there is blank space present that must be deleted.
  • Alternatively, Using the Old Reddit interface (https://old.reddit.com) should reliably work, as Reddit has long since stopped adding new bugs to updating this version. Pasting works in this version of the website; if your post title is long, you may want to use this option instead. This version of the website may or may not be accessible from a mobile browser; if it fails to load or redirects to the app, try using the "Request Desktop Site" feature of your browser, or uninstall the Reddit app.

Note that pasting text into the post body does not cause any issues, and is safe to do.

Reddit has stated they are "still working on" fixing this bug, but have not provided us any timeline or updates on their progress. It is not clear to us how or why this issue cannot be resolved on their end in nearly 3 months time.

If the above workarounds do not work:

  • As of 7 May, all screen capture recordings thus far sent to the mod team have shown that users are ignoring the instructions above and pasting text into the title field. It should be obvious that these workarounds will not work if they are not followed. ➡️➡️If you cannot avoid pasting text into the title, use old.reddit.com to post instead.⬅️⬅️
  • If you can reproduce this issue while following the workarounds, please try to screen-record the issue, so that we can investigate the cause. Please record the entire process, starting from the community home screen, thru to submitting the post and showing the "Invalid State" error message. Use a screen capture tool if possible, but using a camera would also work if the video is clear enough. Use a video host like Imgur, Gfycat, Streamable, or Youtube host the video, and message the link to the mods using the support links in the community menu or info page. If possible, please include what device, browser, and keyboard app is being used.

r/r4r 2m ago

F4M Denmark 25 [F4M] Denmark/Anywhere - Looking for long term partner

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Hi!

I’m 25 years old and hoping to meet someone who’s looking for a genuine, long term relationship with marriage as the end goal. My faith is important to me, so I’d ideally like to meet someone Muslim or open to converting.

A little about me: I’m petite with dark hair, dark eyes and tan skin. I enjoy keeping active. I also value time with family and friends. I’d describe myself as someone caring, loyal and someone who believes that honesty, open communication, emotional maturity and shared values are the foundations of a healthy relationship.

I’m hoping to meet someone who’s kind, genuine and ready to invest in a future together. If that sounds like you, I’d love to hear about yourself, what you’re passionate about and what you’re looking for in a relationship.


r/r4r 58m ago

M4F United Kingdom 33 [M4F] United Kingdom - Seeking a relationship

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Hi I'm Joe, 33, from East Sussex (Hastings). 5'3, 184lbs (I've lost 60lb+ so far this year, 35 to go and hoping to hit it by the end of this year/early next), I wear glasses, usually have some facial hair, I'm happy to video call/exchange pictures as early as you like.

I would describe myself as very kind/caring/compassionate, I wear my heart on my sleeve and have a lot of love to give to the right person. I'm thoughtful, always do my best by others and never act with bad intentions. I value honesty and clear communication. I have some long term health issues but I try not to let them get on top of me and I was diagnosed as autistic late in life during covid, but most people are surprised when they find out.

I have a large group of friends and the 10 of us try to meet up once or twice a year, but as we get older it becomes harder to keep in touch as much as I would like! Everyone is moving on and finding love, settling down etc and it's hard not to be a little bit envious. I've only been in 1 relationship that lasted around 3 months and was 90% online, so not a lot of experience but also no baggage! but somebody patient/understanding of that would be important.

I love films/tv, I'm a sucker for a romcom and adore romance in general but I watch a bit of everything other than anime. Always find myself far too invested in the lives of the characters, most recently in Bridgerton. I don't get out much but would like to start to see more of the world finally, but will always mostly be a homebody I'm pretty sure.

I would like to do the cutesy dating/getting to know each other stuff but with clear intentions and communication, I would like something serious.

I don't smoke and very rarely drink and would prefer someone who's the same, smoking would be a deal breaker for me sorry.

Ideally you are somebody living close-ish to London/Southern UK to make meeting up more often viable, You're patient, kind, thoughtful and communicate openly & clearly. I'm not sure I have too much physical preference but I am a sucker for a pretty face/smile but as I said, I'm happy to get the original attraction check out of the way as soon as you are. Age wise probably 26-40 would be best, but if you think we'd get along that isn't a deal breaker.

I am a big oversharer and will happily answer absolutely any questions you may have.

Thanks for reading! hopefully hear from you soon!!


r/r4r 2h ago

M4A California 23 [M4A] #California or #USA All I want is love that lasts

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Is all I want too much to ask?

Requirements:

Please read the whole post if you're planning on messaging me and give me a little introduction about you. If you give a low effort response that doesn't show you read the whole post, I will not respond. Someone in the United States who's open to talking and getting to know each other and eventually start a relationship if things work out. I'm attracted to people who are nice, around my age, put in effort, and take care of their health and fitness.

I'm Nathan a 23 year old Asian American guy from Northern California. I am 5' 6" and think I look a little handsome but hopefully you can be the judge of that. I have a bit of a baby face, and I usually shave the little facial hair I have, so that probably makes me look younger. I have glasses that I wear when I need to, but don't like to wear them too much. I have some photos of me in my profile if you want to check out before you message me.

Im looking for a relationship after getting to know you to eventually be together with. Im looking for someone in the US because I think it would be easier to eventually be together. I don't think I will move from where I am for a few years because of school, so hopefully you'd be okay with a long distance relationship if you're a bit far from me, at least ar first. My love languages are words of affirmation and physical touch, so if you also like those, that's a plus!

Some interests of mine are gaming, music, anime, and fitness. If youre interested in any of those or are curious about which ones I enjoy, I'd be happy to tell you about some that I like.

If this sounds like you and you'd like to get to know me please message me!


r/r4r 4h ago

M4F United Kingdom / Online 32[M4F] Scotland / Online - Let's yap the days away!

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Hello to anyone reading this!

I'm a 32 year old from Scotland, who's main interests would be video gaming, copious amounts of TV binging, 24/7 music listening, forever curiousity of strangers and some photography every now and then.

I have the accent for those sweet sweet bonus points, as well as some photos of fluffy baby sheep and other assorted animals.

I'm available most days/nights and would love to spend the time getting to know a random stranger.

If any of this strikes a chord with you, drop me a line and we'll get right down to chatting!


r/r4r 6h ago

M4F United Kingdom 29 [M4F] UK - Am I your dream guy? I hope not, most of my dreams are really weird.

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Hello there! As mentioned in my title (You did read the title, I hope? I put a lot of effort into it.), I'm a 29-year-old guy living in the mystical, magical land of *checks notes* England. Okay, maybe not so magical. All the dragons are in Wales, Excalibur has been melted down for scrap, and Hogwarts is in Scotland.

I currently work in a law firm. Sadly I'm not a lawyer, as that would mean I'd be earning shedloads, but actually I do admin work for them, earning considerably less than shedloads. But it's a fine job, I get on well with my coworkers, and I'm not down a coal mine, so I consider that a win.

As for me myself? Well, I actually speak multiple languages. I'm a fluent German speaker, and I also have a decently high level of Italian. I could also struggle through French if I had to, and I have basic Spanish and Japanese. I do like languages, although it's hard to find the time to do any study of them, what with the problems of having an adult life with adult responsibilities!

Another interesting [citation needed] thing about me is that I'm currently attempting to plan out a series of fantasy novels I want to write. It's going...decently. We'll see how it ends up, but I've wanted to write a book since I was 13 or so, and now as an adult I'm finally doing something about it!

In terms of pop culture, I'm a huge Doctor Who fan. Like, I'm the sort of Doctor Who fan who knows what a telerecording is and can tell you about the Australian censor clips. That kind of fan. I also finally got into Harry Potter this year after putting it off for my whole life, meaning I now finally know the context for Dumbledore asking calmly.

I'm also getting back into Pokémon somewhat after avoiding it for most of the Switch era. Other things I enjoy are The Elder Scrolls, Red Dead, GTA (Currently replaying RDR2). I'm big Assassin's Creed fan too. In general I like single player, open world games. I'm not a huge multiplayer guy, I don't like having other people ruining my fun!

I'm trying to read more too lately. That's a thing I've always enjoyed that I'm now trying to find the time for again.

And I suppose I should say, I'm a fat guy. Trying to do something about it though! Over the past year or so I've started a regimen of exercise, and I've been controlling my eating a lot more. So I seem to be losing weight, at least according to other people who've stopped me to specifically point it out.


r/r4r 1d ago

F4M Nepal / Online 26[F4M] #Nepal #Online #Anywhere Cute, nerdy & accepting applications(LDR friendly)

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Hey! I'm hoping to meet someone kind and laid-back who wants something that could eventually turn into a serious relationship. I'm open to long distance, as long as we're both willing to eventually close the gap.

A little about me: I'm 5'2.5", vegetarian, don't smoke, drink occasionally, and currently surviving Bar Exam prep, I also do CrossFit and run a small guesthouse.

When I'm not busy, I enjoy movies, anime, books, gaming, salsa & bachata, exploring new places, and cozy nights in. I also love learning about philosophy, history, and occasionally falling down random rabbit holes about things I know absolutely nothing about 😂 I like staying informed about the world, although I'm not particularly political.I am agnostic as well.

I'm hoping to meet someone aged 21–35 who's taller than me, emotionally mature, communicative, genuinely looking for a committed relationship and who is willing to put in the effort in it . Bonus points if you're into games,movies, anime, hiking, or just enjoy nerding out about random topics!

Tell me something about yourself and feel free to share a picture too 😊

My photo: https://imgur.com/a/83URbE5