Every fourth respondent started using the live streaming function of social media platforms more frequently since of the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak. Another 22 percent of respondents stated that they started using or used more frequently the video chat or voice call options of Facebook Messenger.
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Is there any function of social media platforms that you started using or use more frequently because of the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic?
Characteristic
Share of respondents
Live streaming
24.14%
Messenger video chat or voice call
22.15%
Messenger
18.13%
Groups
14.75%
Games
7.95%
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