How do I submit, edit, or delete a status update?

Once you join DeviantArt and verify your account, you can upload and publish to the community. The Submit menu at the top right of the interface provides links to submit deviations, status updates, journals, literature, and Subscriptions, as well as a link to create AI art with DreamUp.

Status updates are more lightweight than journals and they’re a great way to convey shorter thoughts. Just like deviations, status updates can be favorited, added to collections, or shared to a group gallery, and just like journals, the editor allows you to use rich text to bold, italicize, add GIFs, and much more!

If at any time you want to switch to a longer format, click "journal" in the top right, and it will convert from a status update to a journal. You can always revert back to a status update if you change your mind, but while text and images will be saved, some formatting may change.

Use the toolbar at the bottom of the text box to add a deviation, gallery, video, emoji, or GIF.

You can edit or delete a status update from your profile or the Posts tab:

  • Click the three dot menu on the corner of your status post.
  • Click "Edit" or "Delete."
  • Click to cancel or confirm your deletion.