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Posted by u/throwaway · r/worldnews
Scientists confirm that reading long Reddit threads is actually good for you
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u/throwawayanon42 • 6h
This is exactly what I've been saying for years. The evidence is overwhelming at this point.
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u/science_nerd99 • 4h
Agreed. The study from last year confirmed this with a much larger sample size.
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u/curious_human • 5h
Does this apply to Hacker News too? Asking for a friend.
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Navigate Mode

Shortcuts only fire when you want them to. Tap ⌥ to activate, tap again to step away and type freely. Stays on across threads and syncs across all your open tabs.

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Activate Navigate Mode, then use these single-key shortcuts to move through any thread.

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Common questions

Why do I need Thread Jumper when Reddit already has keyboard shortcuts?

Reddit's built-in shortcuts are limited and inconsistent. Thread Jumper gives you reliable, site-consistent navigation that works the same way on Reddit, Hacker News, Stack Overflow, and YouTube.

What is Navigate Mode?

Navigate Mode lets you use single-key shortcuts without them firing while you're typing a comment. Tap the ⌥ Option key to toggle it on or off. It stays on across threads and syncs across all your open tabs on the same site.

Does it work on old Reddit?

Yes — Thread Jumper supports both new Reddit (reddit.com) and old Reddit (old.reddit.com).

Will it slow down my browser?

No. Thread Jumper only activates on thread pages and does no background work. It's as lightweight as it gets.

Is Thread Jumper free?

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