Twitter HotKeys

Twitter offers a range of keyboard shortcuts that enable users to navigate and interact with the platform more efficiently.

Twitter Windows Shortcut Keys

Actions

Shortcut Action
N New tweet
L Like tweet
R Reply to tweet
T Retweet
M Direct message
U Mute account
B Block account
Enter Open tweet details
O Expand photos
/ Search
Ctrl Enter Send tweet

Navigation

Shortcut Action
? Full keyboard menu
J Next tweet
K Previous tweet
Space Page down
. Load new tweets

Timelines

Shortcut Action
G N Home timeline
G O Moments
G N Notifications tab
G R Mentions
G P Profile
G L Likes tab
G I Lists tab
G M Direct messages
G S Settings and privacy
G U Go to someone's profile

Twitter MacOS Shortcut Keys

Navigation Shortcuts

Shortcut Description
G+H Go to Home
G+N Go to Notifications
G+P Go to Profile
G+B Go to Bookmarks
G+L Go to Lists
G+M Go to Messages
G+S Go to Settings and Privacy
G+D Go to Topics
G+I Go to Explore

Action Shortcuts

Shortcut Description
N Create a new tweet
Cmd+Enter Send a tweet
Cmd+Backspace Delete a draft tweet
F Like a tweet
R Reply to a tweet
T Retweet
Cmd+Shift+U Undo a retweet
M Direct message someone
U Mute an account
Cmd+Shift+D Delete a conversation

Timeline Shortcuts

Shortcut Description
J Move to next tweet
K Move to previous tweet
Space Scroll down the page
Shift+Space Scroll up the page
Cmd+Up Scroll to top of timeline
Cmd+Down Scroll to bottom of timeline
Enter Open tweet details
Esc Close tweet details

Search and Interaction Shortcuts

Shortcut Description
/ Focus on the search bar
Cmd+K Open search suggestions
Cmd+Option+F Search in a conversation
Cmd+Shift+S Share a tweet
Cmd+Shift+C Copy link to tweet

Accessibility and Miscellaneous Shortcuts

Shortcut Description
Cmd+Option+M Open keyboard shortcuts help
Cmd+Shift+E Expand tweet thread
Cmd+Shift+H Collapse tweet thread
Cmd+Option+R Refresh the page

About Twitter

Twitter is a microblogging and social networking platform that allows users to post and interact with short messages called tweets. Launched in 2006, it is one of the world's most popular platforms for real-time communication.

Twitter Official Information

Frequently Asked Questions

  1. Can I customize Twitter shortcuts?
    No, Twitter shortcuts are not customizable.

  2. Do Twitter shortcuts work in the mobile app?
    No, they are only available for the desktop web version.

  3. Can I use shortcuts with external keyboards on iPads?
    Yes, some shortcuts work on external keyboards with the web version.

  4. What happens if a shortcut doesn’t work?
    Ensure your browser supports JavaScript and is updated.

  5. How do I disable shortcuts on Twitter?
    There is no option to disable shortcuts currently.

  6. Are there any browser-specific shortcuts for Twitter?
    No, Twitter shortcuts are universal across browsers.

  7. Do shortcuts work in private browsing mode?
    Yes, they function the same in private browsing.

  8. What’s the difference between Cmd and Ctrl on Twitter?
    Cmd is used for MacOS, while Ctrl is for Windows.

  9. Can I use shortcuts with voiceover or accessibility features?
    Yes, but their behavior may vary depending on your assistive technology.

Conclusion

Mastering Twitter keyboard shortcuts can significantly enhance your user experience. Whether you're navigating your timeline, liking tweets, or accessing settings, these shortcuts ensure that every action is just a keypress away.

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