Vastgeklikt

Vastgeklikt is a Dutch term used to describe a post, thread, or message that has been pinned or anchored to a prominent position in an online discussion, typically at the top of a forum or channel. By being vastgeklikt, the item remains visible regardless of newer posts, helping to ensure important information or rules are easy to find.

Etymology and usage context: The phrase combines vast meaning fixed with geklikt, the past participle of klikken (to click). It likely arose in online communities to describe the action of a moderator or user pinning a message by selecting a pin option and confirming with a click.

Grammatical use and variants: Vastgeklikt can function as an adjective ("een vastgeklikt bericht") or as a passive description ("het bericht is vastgeklikt"). It is more common in informal contexts; formal writing often uses "vastgezet," "vastgeplaatst," or "gepind/sticky" depending on platform.

Platform variation and caution: The term is not standardized and its exact meaning can vary by community or platform. Some Dutch-speaking environments prefer "vastgeplakt" or simply "pinned/sticky post."

See also: Pinned post, sticky post.