Announced new functionality on Twitter, one of the most important social networks currently in existence. We are referring to the new way in which retweets will be carried out, since by doing so it will be possible add extended comments which will allow you to reach up to 116 characters and, more importantly, without the original message being counted.
In this way, it could be said that the comment is embedded within the “retweet” as if it were a new message. The fact is that users are given the possibility of expand your comments when replicating something that they found interesting, something that was requested by the community since they felt somewhat restricted by the previous way of working. Therefore, are good news.
Of course, there is something that is not so positive, and that is in the Android client this new functionality is not active at the moment, It has been indicated that in a short time it will be the game. At the moment, the new option added by Twitter can be used in the web client and in iOS itself. This is not exactly a good detail for the most used mobile operating system in the world and, also, in Spain.
How it is displayed
Well, the truth is that the way you look is the most normal. That is, at least in the official client that I have been able to see and that is compatible, the "retweets" are seen in a normal way and after the original message, while In third-party applications at the moment a link appears that gives access to view the information, in a way similar to how you work with images at this time.
The fact is that Twitter's new option to increase the size of comments when retweeting is a reality. That's right, It is a shame and almost inconceivable that it will not reach the Android client at first., since as we have commented we are facing the operating system most used in Spain (and the world) by far. We will see if the social network corrects this as soon as possible.
Important update: Although the feature was initially rolled out to the web and iOS, the official app for Android It also fully incorporates it. If it doesn't appear, update the app and check that you're logged in with an active account.
What exactly does retweet with comment allow?
The retweet with comment —also called quote tweet— inserts the original content as a previous card within your post and gives you additional space of up to 116 characters for add context, clarify or provide an opinion. This way, you don't have to cut the original message to be able to comment and the full meaning is retained intact. This structure encourages clearer conversations and reduces misunderstandings.
Additionally, when you share a link in your comment, the preview of the quoted tweet and the link can coexist, which helps guide the reader without the need for additional threads. In news situations, this is especially useful for clarify sources or add a clarification.
How to use it step by step
– In the post you want to share, tap or click Retweet/Repost and choose the option "Cite" or “Retweet with comment”.
– A window will open with the inserted tweet and a text box. Write your comment and publishes.
– If you prefer, you can leave the comment blank and share it without additional text. Sometimes the interface may display the citation box by default encourage you to add context, but there is still the option to send a simple retweet.
The function is available in the web, iOS and Android. On third-party clients, when there is no full support, the system may display a link to the cited tweet which opens the information in a separate view.
“Quoted Tweets”: Metrics and Where to See Them
Below each post you'll see the key metrics: retweets (or republications), tweets cited y I likeBy clicking on “Cited Tweets” you will access a list of all the publications that have shared your tweet. adding a commentThis separation provides specific visibility to appointments, something that was previously mixed in with other interactions.
In the timeline, the quoted tweet is shown as integrated preview with its image and content, making it easy to understand the context at a glance. If no one has cited that post, you may not see the "Cited Tweets" indicator.
Usage and safety tips
– Use the extra space to check the source, provide information or explain why you share the content.
– In front of news links, the platform can show reminders to read before sharing, which has been shown to increase article openings. Adding a comment reinforces critical reading and reduces simple forwarding without context.
– For brands and media, citing helps keep the original message and, at the same time, introduce a call to action or an editorial clarification.
Availability and terminology changes
With the rebranding, the platform has adopted terms such as “Post/Publish” y “Repost/Republish” instead of “Tweet” and “Retweet”. However, the function of quote with comment remains and its logic is the same: publication with the original tweet embedded and an additional text field for interpret, contextualize or disagree. If you use the app in different languages or versions, you may see slight variations in the interface texts, without changes in the experience.
Vía: 9to5Google.
The possibility of retweet with comment responds to a historical demand: to express an opinion without distorting the original message. Today, with metrics of tweets cited differentiated, reminders to read before sharing and a visualization that preserves the content, promoting richer and more understandable conversations without sacrificing the simplicity of the sharing gesture.