Twitter / X
Last updated: Aug 29, 2025
X moves fast—design for tiny previews. Keep profile images centered, and place header essentials in the middle third. In-stream 16:9 crops cleanly. Use high contrast, minimal text, and export sharp JPG/PNG; MP4 (H.264) for video.
Best Practices
- Center subjects for circular profile crops.
- Keep header essentials in the central band.
- Prefer 16:9 for predictable crops in-stream.
- Use bold, high-contrast type; avoid fine details.
- Export JPEG/PNG for images; MP4 H.264 for video.
Pro Tips
- Design with dark mode in mind—test contrast.
- Use simple, repeatable templates for threads.
- Minimize on-image text; push detail to the tweet.
- Pick OG images that summarize the link at a glance.
- Avoid busy backgrounds that reduce legibility.
Visual Previews
Profile Photo
1:1 · Image
400 x 400 px
Preview shows relative aspect only. Export at the listed resolution for best quality.
Header Photo
3:1 · Image
1500 x 500 px
Preview shows relative aspect only. Export at the listed resolution for best quality.
In-Stream Image
16:9 · Image
1600 x 900 px
Preview shows relative aspect only. Export at the listed resolution for best quality.
Sizes
Profile Photo
- Dimensions:
- 400 x 400 px
- Aspect Ratio:
- 1:1
- Format:
- Image
Header Photo
- Dimensions:
- 1500 x 500 px
- Aspect Ratio:
- 3:1
- Format:
- Image
In-Stream Image
- Dimensions:
- 1600 x 900 px
- Aspect Ratio:
- 16:9
- Format:
- Image
| Type | Dimensions | Aspect Ratio | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| Profile Photo | 400 x 400 px | 1:1 | Image |
| Header Photo | 1500 x 500 px | 3:1 | Image |
| In-Stream Image | 1600 x 900 px | 16:9 | Image |
FAQ
What image size works best in-stream on X?
16:9 around 1600×900 is reliable and previews cleanly across devices.
How do I avoid header cropping?
Place critical content (text/logos) in the center third of the 1500×500 header.
Why do images look washed out?
Compression and dark mode. Use high contrast and avoid thin lines/small type.
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