Quote Tweet
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What is a quote tweet?
A quote tweet on X (formerly Twitter) is when a user retweets a post while adding their own commentary, creating a new tweet that embeds the original content.
Key points
- Visibility: Shows in followers’ timelines with both original and new text.
- Engagement: Drives more conversation than plain retweets.
- Etiquette: Add value—context, opinion, or expansion—not just “QT + opinion.”
- Character count: Original tweet media counts toward word limit.
- Analytics: Quote tweet metrics visible under Post Analytics → Retweets with comments.
Pro tips
- Use QTs to clarify misinformation quickly.
- Encourage UGC by quote‑tweeting fans.
- Monitor for quote‑tweet storms that may signal backlash.
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