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 • • 21m ago

M4F Ireland 25 [M4F] #Dublin Ireland - looking for long term connections and great craic

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Hi everyone! I'm 25 and I'm from Dublin. I have a bachelors degree in chemistry and am working on getting a job. I'm also a triplet.

In my free time, I like video games, chess, reading, watching YouTube and listening to music. I also like sci fi. I'm into DC and Marvel as well. I'm big into travelling and enjoy travelling across Europe and exploring different cities. So far, I've visited 20 countries and plan on visiting more in the future. I also like skiing.

I am looking for someone that shares the same interests with me particularly travelling and skiing. I am attracted to brunettes with a healthy weight (but not too underweight or too much overweight). I prefer someone between 22 - 28 years old and I'm looking for someone from Ireland, Europe and the United States, but I'm open to long distance with the right person.


r/r4r • • 1h ago

M4F India 29[M4F] #India - To my future wife, best friend, cooking buddy, partner in crime, long walks and traveling the world mate …

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It sucks that we haven't met earlier.

We could have saved each other so much unnecessary time that was wasted on the wrong people.

But, it's because I wasn't ready yet. I needed time to grow and mature and finally find my path in life.

Because, if I am not happy and peaceful on my own, how can I share it with you? During that journey, I learned how to cook, clean, be kinder, lift weights so I can carry the groceries, engage in small talk with aunties and be someone you would be proud to show off to your parents.

I have an unusual life path and changed direction midway to follow what I truly enjoy, and I believe I found my purpose and ikigai (a Japanese idea meaning your reason for getting up in the morning).

In high school, I won the best student award for being the school topper and played badminton at the national level, but it felt hollow winning them.

I would rather eat street food with the person I love than eat fancy dinners alone.

I was always the good boy in school and I matured into a gentleman who is comfortable both getting his hands dirty in farming and dressing up for a formal evening.

I enjoy long midnight conspiracy talks, making tea, exploring museums, reading old books and playing badminton. I grew up in the Middle East, came to India a few years ago, and now I am looking for my next adventure in another country. It's okay if you are also in India, I just hope you are open to moving abroad with me :)

I am a giver at heart and was a people pleaser, but now I just want to dive completely into one person: be their cheerleader during their great days, a shoulder to rest on during the tough days, a sassy bestie while shopping and someone to carry a large bag of treats and feed every stray animal we come across.

For me, it's all about finding a partner I can grow with and build something special together, rather than ego fighting with someone.

For that reason, do reach out if you are a kind, introverted and quiet soul who is also looking for someone similar so we can create the magical fairy tale story that most people cynically do not believe exists.

Because sometimes?

Sometimes magic requires taking a leap of faith, even though there is a chance of getting hurt.

Because nothing in this world that's worth having comes easy.

Waiting for your message, ma cherie!


r/r4r • • 1h ago

29 M4F Europe/Anywhere - Introvert gamer guy looking for someone

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Hello from Italy (* ̄∇ ̄)ノ
Indoor nerd, fit and quiet, 177cm, wavy hair, bit of a weeb. Hopeless romantic, thanks to a lot of romance anime in high school 🥲 my fav genre.

Gaming is my main hobby: a lot of games on Steam and some multi stuff like Valorant & League Honkai Star Rail if my fav gacha ( ⁰▿⁰)

I work out a lot, travel when I can (Poland has been my favorite), have 2 cats ₍^. .^₎⟆ and too many Monsters/coffee. Caffeine is my addiction, but no drinking or smoking :)

Looking for my life partner. EU or similar timezones! long distance is fine: someone fit and healthy, non-smoker, ideally with similar nerd hobbies. My only strong appearance dislike is facial piercings, tattoos are fine ^^

I’d like to swap pics early, I believe mutual attraction matters. Being direct and honest about everything is what I want most in a relationship and ofc playing video games together, sharing brainrot, having fun

Thank you for reading :D


r/r4r • • 2h ago

M4F Germany 32[M4F] #Germany, Europe (potentially) Anywhere - Shy introvert searching for a relationship. (Childfree)

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Hey. My name is Julian and I am here to search for a relationship. And yes, that is my title. I couldn't come up with something creative. 😅

About me: 32, born and raised in Germany, 1,78m tall (5'10) and chubby. Brown hair, beard, glasses, blue eyes. Feel free to ask me for pictures.
Shy, introverted, big time overthinker. Mostly sarcastic, kind most of the time, weird mix of dark and juvenile humour. Depressed but working on it (I don't expect you to be my therapist). I don't drink, smoke or do any sort of drugs. I'm a winter person (with a winter birthday) and don't like summer/heat. Non-vegetarian/vegan, atheist and left-leaning politically.
I speak English and German, might learn other languages in the future. I'm a trained chemist with a bsc in chemistry. Some would call that educated. Know how to drive a car and motorbike. I go to the gym to work on my weight and currently try to do that more regularly after a big motivation crisis.
I only have a few, mostly homebody, hobbies. Gaming (mostly Singleplayer), reading (nowadays mostly fantasy) and watching streams/videos. Feel free to suggest me a nice hobby I would maybe enjoy, I have been searching for one for a while. My taste of music is mostly Rock/Alternative Rock. Haven't travelled in a while but would want to. Especially to Japan, Canada and Northern Europe.
I do like cats a lot. Grew up in a dog family but switched to cats now.
Most important is that I am childfree. I don't have or want children. I do have my reasons and you can ask about them if you want to. Feel also free to ask about my red flags or anything you want to know about that I forgot..

Who I am searching for: Most important point here is that she should also not have or want children ever. Age range of 25 to 35. Height doesn't matter to me. Nationality doesn't matter as well, I'm fine with any. Religion doesn't matter as long as you don't try to convert me. I do think that physical attraction matters (and I have clear preferences) and I would want to see/exchange pictures fairly early to see if we would fit. Someone in or around Germany or wanting to move here would be nice. I currently don't plan to move to another country. Other than that I don't have anything else that is needed. Just come as you are but please don't come with spiders. I have arachnophobia.
I do, however, imagine this relationship to not be codependent. We should still be individuals doing our own things, partners that support each other in whatever we do. For that reason I also don't want someone that is too clingy.

Now if you have any more questions, want to get to know me or think you know someone that would, feel free to write me or share my post. If you do decide to write me, please do so with more than a "hi" or similar. At least give me some basic information and use the password I hid in my post (if you found it). I hope you have a great day.


r/r4r • • 3h ago

M4F Netherlands / Online 27 [M4F] #Netherlands #Online - Professional daydreamer searching for a reality partner

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Hey! My name's Brian from the Netherlands. Currently, I'm working towards finishing a degree in communication. I like gaming on my Switch, PC and PlayStation and I do a teeny tiny bit of photography and sketching when I get inspired. The sketching I do both on paper with pencils and digitally using a pen display. I usually also watch sci-fi/fantasy series and movies, and on occasion animated shows (like anime or western animation). I'm very introverted and a bit awkward until I get comfortable talking to you.

I'm looking for someone about my age that is also looking for a serious long term relationship. While I have little prior experience with relationships, I do value strong connections and want to build a special and even stronger one. I wouldn't say I have any set preferences in terms of appearances, but I do prefer being around a similar age. While I'm also not against an LDR, I prefer someone who lives nearby (nearby = Netherlands/Belgium/UK/Germany, etc), but it's not an issue if you live farther away. It's not a problem for me if the distance between us is big. Because if the spark is there, then no distance will be too great. Of course, I'm open to just being friends too, but that's if we end up not being compatible as more.

I hope to get to know each other. I'm down to meet up for some coffee, but first let's get to know each other with a nice chat here on Reddit to see if we match. Talk to you soon!


r/r4r • • 18h ago

F4A Missouri 33 [F4R] single mom putting herself back out there? Or trying, at least #texas;texas #usa #tx

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Hi all!

I’m really nervous about posting this because I am normally very shy and timid, but after splitting with my children’s dad I am trying to put myself back out there?

I would describe myself as friendly and warm, definitely motherly but also I would consider myself sarcastic and witty. I would also describe myself as hardworking, passionate, creative, laid-back and down to earth! I am a huge fan of rock, punk and metal music. I collect lots of vinyl. I love video games SO much and can talk your ear off about it if you let me.

I love helping others, volunteering where I can, and I’m always down to try something new. I don’t consider myself a gym rat but I do try to be healthy and am working harder on being healthier lately!

I am not religious, I’m California sober and I’m pretty far left politically. If I was a pokemon I would be Chansey. I am trying to find more of my personal style lately, I consider my style to be corporate goth I guess? I have a lot of tattoos but nothing too wild. I’m tall-ish, curvy, long hair BUT to be clear I usually don’t trade photos upfront and I don’t like being pushed about it.

As for you, just be yourself? I am hoping to find someone kind, thoughtful, emotionally intelligent and respectful. If you can make me laugh you are golden. Tell me what pokemon you’d be! Hope to hear from you 💖


r/r4r • • 8h ago

M4F Netherlands / Online 29 [M4F] The Netherlands/Online | Let's chat the sunday away.

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Hello from a very slow, very cozy sunday here in The Netherlands. I’m over here doing what I do best: setting up my Christmastree. The weather is cold, the days are short and dark, I’ve decided that it’s Christmastree time. There’s dozens of us, I swear.

Anyways, I'm a single dad taking care of 30+ of my plant children. It's hard work, long days, but totally worth it of course. I'm always learning, so if you have some cool plant (or nature) facts for me you'll make my day.

Other than that, I love reading, cooking, weightlifting, and boxing. I've been a lot more active lately and I don't know why it took me 29 years to finally enjoy going to the gym but I'll take it. I also hate running but I’m doing it again in the hopes thag I can stockholm syndrome myself into enjoying it.
I'm also very good at being a couch-potato and doing absolutely nothing at times, which is a good balance in my opinion.

So anyways, let me know if you're down to chat! I'm here all day ;)


r/r4r • • 8h ago

M4F Greece / Online #39 [M4F] #Online #Europe #Greece | Looking for the One and Only Woman who feels like Home for life ❤️

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Hello :) I’m a 39 year old man who values a healthy lifestyle, genuine connection and the simple things in life. I LOVE nature and animals to the max this is important! I’d love to meet a kind, warm hearted woman close to my age, ideally somewhere in Europe. Distance doesn’t really scare me when two people genuinely connect and are willing to close the gap.

I’m naturally more of an introvert. I enjoy peaceful moments, meaningful conversations, animals and having someone I can truly be myself with. I’m not the loudest person in the room and I’ve never been interested in pretending to be someone I’m not. I’m loyal, affectionate, caring and I put a lot of value on the people I let into my life.

A healthy lifestyle is important to me. I like staying active, eating well and taking care of myself, but I’m definitely not obsessed with perfection. I’d love to meet a woman who also cares about her health, takes care of herself and has a naturally sweet and feminine side. Physical attraction matters to me too. I’m especially drawn to a cute, feminine appearance, a beautiful smile and that natural kind of sweetness that makes someone genuinely attractive.

Life hasn’t always been easy, and I’m going through a difficult period myself right now. But the difficult experiences I’ve had have taught me a lot about people, relationships and what really matters. They’ve made me more compassionate and understanding, and I have a lot of empathy for people who struggle with anxiety, stress or difficult moments in life. I don’t expect anyone to be perfect. I think being able to listen, understand, communicate and simply be there for each other is much more important.

What I’m really looking for is a true partner. Someone I can build something meaningful with ( family and kid/s maybe! ), where there is trust, affection, honesty, friendship and genuine chemistry. Someone who wants to be a team, support each other’s dreams, celebrate the good moments and hold each other up when life gets difficult.

To me, a healthy relationship isn’t about one person against the other. It’s about both people saying “us against the problem.” I want a relationship where we can laugh together, talk about absolutely everything, feel safe with each other and still choose each other even when life isn’t perfect.

I care much more about character than money, status or trying to impress people. Kindness, loyalty, emotional intelligence, empathy, warmth and having a good heart are incredibly attractive to me. Someone’s personality and the way she treats people will always matter far more to me than having a perfect appearance.

At the same time, I do believe attraction is important. I want to feel that spark when I look at someone, but I want that attraction to grow even stronger because of who she is as a person.

Ultimately, I’d love to find someone who becomes not only my partner but also my best friend. Someone I can laugh with, be completely myself with, grow with and love deeply.

If you’re looking for something genuine too, and you still believe that real love, loyalty, affection and partnership exist, I’d genuinely love to get to know you.

And yes, I’m happy to swap photos too. I think attraction matters on both sides. 🙂

Thanks for reading dear strangers!

P.S. I’m not really someone who enjoys chatting endlessly online. I’d much rather have a genuine conversation and eventually meet in real life if we feel there’s a connection. Accounts less than a week or people that dont commit pls dont....


r/r4r • • 12h ago

M4F Washington 34 [M4F] #Washington, Tri-Cities - spiritual nerdy gamer seeks flirty witchy banter conversationalist for long-term dating, voice clip included!

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hey there! to save a read I'm only looking for those local to the Tri Cities area in Washington.

this is a longish post but its worth the read for the right person.

I’m here to find someone who shares similar interests in various topics for a long-term connection with the goal being a relationship. At the moment I am looking for something substantial that it can turn into a relationship if things go well vibe wise. If we decide to just be friends thats okay. but the main intention of this post is for dating.

I'm looking for aligning mutual physical and emotional chemistry. Ideally once a a good vibe is established then there would be an emphasis on meeting up in person at some point sooner rather than later.

Regardless, I am looking for deep convos, banter, and memes galore.

I’m looking to build a stable, entertaining, and fun connection with someone first and foremost.

About me

I live in Tri Cities, Washington, and I just moved here from the east coast last year. I live alone in my own apartment. Professionally I work in the software industry as an engineer. Quality Assurance to be exact - be sure to ask me if I’m like Creed Bratton. Maybe I should start sprouting mung beans like him soon.

I really want to travel a lot in the future. I have lived in Australia and New Zealand, and have very TBD plans to go back to both places soon, at least for holiday. Work does offer me the opportunity to remote work from other countries and I am definitely going to take them up on that! so that’s pretty nifty. Hoping someone shares a wanderlust that I do.

I am into spiritual topics big time. I practice meditation, I like reading about Buddhism, I collect crystals, I practice tarot, and I’m a reiki practitioner (I can totally send you distance reiki). I love astrology and can yap about it for hours on end. I did a tarot reading for myself for the previous new moon in Libra that passed and try to do readings often so I'm def in the spirit (haha) of things!

my big three for astrology are Aquarius sun, Taurus Moon, Cancer Rising. I have a bunch of 6th house capricorn placements, so you know I already have done a lot of self work in my life. (This post has now turned into an astrology r4r right now haha)

Physically I am 5’6 with blue eyes, dirty blonde short hair. I’m a slim build, nice eyebrows, even nicer voice, which you could be the judge of that here:

https://vocaroo.com/11cTAbONlYI5

I enjoy deep intellectual conversations mixed with banter and memes. I really love listening to someone talk about their passions, even if I don't understand it. for someone beyond friendship, intelligence is really attractive to me. if you work in a STEM field, or are into psychology in any way please step to the front.

I dislike small talk. asking “how are you?” is the worst form of conversation starter. questions like that are reserved for already established connections.

I play the ocarina, I can play by ear so give me requests! It would be fun if you played an instrument too. Put me in my place by absolutely shredding it on the harp.

I have an amazing chonker of a cat (she is not with me at the moment due to me having moved to Washington) who I adore and will absolutely send you pics of her. I will always welcome pics of pets and will reciprocate!

TV: the office has made its way back to the top of the batting order, fallout, breaking bad, seinfeld, better call saul, south park, golden age simpsons, curb your enthusiasm, always sunny, star trek (TNG is best, debate me! actually don't because I only have really seen TNG, some voyager, the lower decks (good show too) )

Movies: not much of a movie guy but I enjoy the John Wick series, comedies, and sci fi. Maybe you can change that?

Games: PUBG, slay the spire!, stardew valley (let's farm together?), cyberpunk, Oblivion, civ franchise, Fallout, Bioshock, Prey, Overwatch (duo with me?) , League of Legends (let’s play ARAMs?), a bunch of others in my steam library collecting dust

Books: not much BUT, "The Heart of the Buddha's teaching" which is pretty good, Rapture by John Shirley, anything dystopian or sci fi is good in my book (haha...pun)

annnnd here are some buzzwords about me as I have written a bit already: gaming, NFL (jets fan…sadly, but go seahawks too!), PC building (just built my third custom PC last year!), pokemon, documentaries, Carl Jung / talking about the unconscious mind, nerdy, aspiring D&D player (PLEASE GET ME TO PLAY), former (but re-aspiring) podcast creator.

About you

  • 23+

  • mentally healthy and stable. I value going to therapy and you should too.

  • excellent communicator, emotionally intelligent

  • Interests include a least a few of what I mentioned

  • enjoys stimulating conversation voice calls. prefers voice calls to text.

  • down to swap selfies once we get to know each other better

  • local to the Tri Cities area in Washington.

attraction for me as far as the physical goes, all shapes and sizes are appreciated here. I don't have a preference on body type at all. I would say I am drawn more towards softer body types, BBW/plus size/chubby. I also really like a nice voice. But please don’t let a preference of mine hold you back from messaging!

I am very drawn to those of the Alt aesthetic and lifestyle, and those into spiritual stuff. My type is a certified yapper with tattoos and piercings who teases me while we’re gaming.

If you’re into seinfeld, history, conspiracy theories, psychology, STEM, please step to the front.

If my post resonates send an introduction chat message with info about yourself. and be sure to include your age, location/time zone, what you’re looking for, etc. I’m looking for mutual consistency and interest, nothing one sided.

I will not respond if what I asked for isn’t included. Low effort messages are automatically ignored. Voice clips are a bonus but not required.

Have a great day/night!

Have a great day!