What Is a Quote Tweet?

On X, you’re not limited to sharing your tweets.

you might also share other people’s tweets by reposting.

A hand holding an iPhone showing the Twitter Get Started screen, all up against a bright blue background.

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How Quote Tweets Are Useful

Quote tweets are commonly used throughout X.

These are a quick and direct way to add your thoughts to a conversation about a trending topic.

you’re able to also quote tweet your past tweets.

The Retweet button on Twitter

Quote tweeting is a staple form of interaction on thissocial mediaplatform.

If you want to be more involved on X, quote tweeting is a good way to start.

Find a tweet you want to quote tweet, then select theRetweeticon at the bottom of the tweet.

The Quote Tweet command

The icon resembles a square made of two arrows.

A dialog box appears.

In the text box, punch in the comment you want to add to the quote tweet.

The comment field in a Quote Tweet

Your quote tweet posts and your followers should be able to see it.

Within this tweet, tap theRetweeticon.

A menu pops up from the bottom of the phone screentapQuote Tweet.

The Retweet button

You’re taken to another screen.

Above the tweet you’ve chosen to quote, write your desired comment.

Once you’re done typing, tapRetweetin the upper-right corner of the screen to post the quote tweet.

The Retweet button and Quote Tweet option

The “Add a comment” field and Retweet button