Summit

Current Situation

Currently, all notifications, including private messages (PMs), and general notifications,, are grouped together in the main Inbox section. While this centralized approach has its merits, it can sometimes lead to important personal messages getting lost in the mix of other notifications.

Proposed Feature

I would like to suggest the introduction of a separate section SPECIFICALLY for PMs, similar to the model used by Reddit. This new feature would involve:

1. Creating a distinct "Messages", "Private Messages", "Chat", etc. section within the app
2. Separating PM notifications from other types of notifications (post replies, mentions, etc.)
3. Potentially adding a new notification icon or badge specifically for private messages

Benefits

Implementing this feature could offer several advantages:

• Improved organization and clarity for users
• Easier access to private conversations
• Enhanced privacy, as personal messages would be separate from public interactions
• Potential for more robust PM features in the future

User Experience

This change would allow users to quickly distinguish between general notifications and personal messages, potentially leading to faster response times for private communications and a more streamlined experience overall.

Conclusion

I personally believe that this feature would be a valuable addition to Summit for Lemmy, aligning it more closely with user expectations shaped by other popular social platforms while maintaining its unique identity.