Here’s a cheat sheet for some common actions and features on Twitter:
Basic Actions
- Tweet:
- Type your message in the tweet box and click “Tweet.”
- Reply:
- Click the speech bubble icon to reply to a tweet.
- Retweet:
- Click the retweet icon to share a tweet with your followers.
- Like:
- Click the heart icon to like a tweet.
- Share via Direct Message:
- Click the envelope icon to share a tweet via direct message.
Profile Customization
- Profile Picture:
- Upload or change your profile picture.
- Header Image:
- Add or change your header image.
- Bio:
- Edit your bio to describe yourself in a few words.
Twitter Lists
- Create a List:
- Organize accounts into lists for specific interests.
- Subscribe to Lists:
- Subscribe to lists created by others for curated content.
Hashtags and Trends
- Use Hashtags:
- Include relevant hashtags in your tweets for discovery.
- Explore Trends:
- Check the “Trends” section for popular topics.
Mentions and Notifications
- Mentions (@):
- Tag others in your tweets using “@username.”
- Notifications:
- Check your notifications for likes, retweets, and mentions.
Twitter Chats
- Participate in Chats:
- Join and participate in Twitter chats using relevant hashtags.
- Follow Hashtags:
- Follow hashtags related to your interests.
Advanced Features
- Twitter Spaces:
- Join or host audio conversations with Twitter Spaces.
- Fleets:
- Share temporary posts that disappear after 24 hours.
- Bookmarks:
- Save tweets to read later using the bookmark feature.
Direct Messages
- Send a Direct Message:
- Click on the envelope icon to send a private message.
- Group DMs:
- Create group direct message conversations.
Lists and Moments
- Twitter Lists:
- Create lists to organize and follow specific accounts.
- Twitter Moments:
- Create and explore curated collections of tweets.
Privacy and Security
- Adjust Privacy Settings:
- Customize who can see your tweets and follow you.
- Two-Factor Authentication:
- Enable two-factor authentication for added security.
Search and Advanced Search
- Basic Search:
- Use the search bar to find specific accounts or topics.
- Advanced Search:
- Use operators for more refined search queries.
Mobile App
- Tweet from Mobile:
- Use the Twitter mobile app for on-the-go tweeting.
- Notifications on Mobile:
- Customize mobile notification settings.
Analytics
- Twitter Analytics:
- Track tweet engagement and audience insights.
This cheat sheet covers a variety of actions and features on Twitter. Keep in mind that Twitter regularly updates its features and interface, so it’s helpful to explore settings and options for the latest experience.