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How to Add Like and Unlike Buttons to SharePoint Server 2019 News Posts
Question details
Users want to add Like and Unlike buttons to modern Communication Site news posts to track visitor engagement.
- Product
- SharePoint Server 2019
- Device & OS
- not provided
- Scenario
- Capturing user engagement and feedback on published modern Communication Site news posts.
- Observed behavior
- The Like and Unlike buttons are not available as a standard feature for modern news posts by default, requiring custom solutions or feature evaluations.
Verify your site collection administrator permissions and ensure you fully understand the compatibility implications before enabling legacy publishing features on modern SharePoint sites.
Consult Microsoft Q&A Forums for Custom Development Options
Since native Like and Unlike buttons for modern news posts in SharePoint Server 2019 require custom development, consulting SharePoint experts is highly recommended.
SharePoint Server 2019 does not natively support social engagement buttons (Likes/Comments) on modern Communication Site news posts the way SharePoint Online does. Implementing this functionality typically requires custom SharePoint Framework (SPFx) development.
Open your web browser and visit the official Microsoft Q&A forum dedicated to SharePoint Server.
Use the search bar to look for 'SharePoint Framework Like button' or browse the 'office-sp-server' tag for existing custom development discussions.
If a ready-made solution is not available, post a new question detailing your need to capture engagement data on SharePoint Server 2019 modern news posts.
Evaluate Classic Publishing Features (Proceed with Caution)
Assess if legacy rating features can be enabled on your site, bearing in mind the compatibility risks with modern Communication Sites.
Try WPS Office for Seamless Document Preparation
While managing SharePoint Server infrastructure requires specialized technical solutions, preparing the content for your news posts is effortless with a reliable office suite. WPS Office is a free, lightweight alternative that offers robust document creation tools with full Microsoft Office compatibility.
- 1. Download the Installer: Visit the official WPS Office website and download the free installation package for your operating system.
- 2. Install the Software: Run the installer and follow the simple on-screen prompts to complete the setup process.
- 3. Create Your Content: Open WPS Writer to draft your news post content, format text, and easily copy it over to your SharePoint modern pages.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why are there no default Like buttons on SharePoint Server 2019 modern news posts?
SharePoint Server 2019's on-premises environment does not natively include the same cloud-connected social engagement web parts (like Likes and Comments) found in SharePoint Online modern pages. These features often require custom SPFx development in an on-premises setup.
Can I use custom SharePoint Framework (SPFx) web parts for engagement data?
Yes. You can develop or deploy third-party SPFx web parts specifically designed for SharePoint Server 2019 to add custom Like and Unlike functionalities that store data in a backend list.
Does enabling legacy publishing features break modern SharePoint sites?
Enabling classic publishing features on a modern Communication Site can interfere with the modern user interface and disable certain modern functionalities. It is highly recommended to evaluate compatibility and test in a development environment first.
