# Format: Twitter/X Thread

> Platform: Twitter/X
> Version: 1.0.0
> Updated: 2026-03-24
> Category: social

## Specs
- **Tweet length:** 280 characters per tweet
- **Thread length:** 5-15 tweets ideal
- **Media:** Images/GIFs boost engagement 2-3x

## Structure

### Tweet 1 (Hook)
Bold claim or curiosity gap. End with "A thread:" or equivalent to signal more value coming.

### Body tweets (2 to N-1)
One idea per tweet. Use numbering (1/, 2/) for scanability. Mix text-only with visual tweets.

### Final tweet
Summary + CTA (follow, retweet, bookmark). Link to relevant resource.

## Best Practices
1. Tweet 1 determines 80% of the thread's reach — optimize ruthlessly
2. Each tweet should stand alone (people land mid-thread)
3. Include images or examples every 3-4 tweets to break monotony
4. Self-retweet the thread after 8-12 hours

## Anti-patterns
1. Threads that could be one tweet (don't stretch thin content)
2. Every tweet starting with the same structure
3. Burying the value in tweet 8+ without enough hooks

## Quality Checklist
- [ ] Tweet 1 is a standalone hook
- [ ] Each tweet delivers one clear idea
- [ ] Thread has visual variety (images, examples)
- [ ] Final tweet has CTA and summary
