majiayu000 Tweet Crafter Skill
Algorithm Signals (January 2026)
| Signal | Weight | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| First 30 min engagement | Critical | Make or break for distribution |
| Replies | Very High | 2x value of retweets |
| Reposts | High | Network expansion |
| Quotes | High | Conversation starter, shown to both audiences |
| Likes | Medium | Weakest engagement signal |
| Premium status | Modifier | 4x in-network, 2x out-of-network |
| Video | Very High | 5x engagement vs text (0.42% vs 0.08%) |
| Dwell time | High | Time spent reading > quick interactions |
| External links | Penalty | Zero median engagement for non-Premium (March 2026) |
Key insight: Focus on prompting replies and conversations, not likes. The algorithm heavily rewards content that generates discussion.
2026 Platform Changes
- Video content dominates X (~80% of user sessions)
- External links severely penalized for non-Premium accounts
- Unverified accounts need ~10x more engagement for same reach
- Threads now underperform long-form articles
Format Selection
Long-form (preferred): Tutorials, essays, deep analysis, "X cosas que aprendí", narratives
Thread: Only when content naturally breaks into discrete numbered points
Performance benchmark:
- Long-form articles: Higher engagement, better reach, preferred by algorithm
- Threads: Lower performance, use sparingly for variety
Default to long-form articles. Threads are no longer the go-to format for educational content. Long-form articles consistently outperform threads on reach and engagement.
Link Posts (NEW — October 2025)
Links are no longer penalized. New in-app browser keeps engagement buttons visible.
Requirements for link posts:
- Write a compelling standalone caption (not just "new post")
- Include interesting description or insight
- Add image when possible (150%+ engagement boost)
Per Elon: "posting a link with almost no description will get weak distribution"
Content Templates
Single Tweet (max 280 chars)
[Hook/insight/question]
[Optional: 1-2 supporting lines]
[Optional: 1 hashtag max]
Thread Format (Use Sparingly)
1/🧵 [Standalone hook that works even without thread]
2/ [First point — strongest insight]
3-N/ [Supporting points]
N/ [CTA: follow, RT first tweet, link to newsletter]
Thread rules:
- 5-15 tweets optimal
- Self-reply immediately after posting (signals thread to algorithm)
- Hook must work standalone — most people only see tweet 1
- Consider converting to long-form article instead — better performance
Long-Form Post (Premium)
[First 280 chars: Hook that appears in timeline — CRITICAL]
[Body: Up to 25,000 chars with bold/italic formatting]
[CTA at end]
Only first 280 characters show in timeline. Front-load the hook.
Media Guidelines
| Type | Engagement Multiplier |
|---|---|
| Video (native, <2:20) | 10x |
| Images | 2-3x |
| Polls | High engagement |
| Plain text | Baseline |
Video specs: Native upload, under 2:20, no external watermarks.
Hook Formulas
The first line determines everything. Use these proven patterns:
Curiosity:
- "I used to think [common belief]..."
- "Here's what nobody tells you about [topic]..."
- "Everyone's doing [X] wrong. Here's why:"
Value-Forward:
- "5 ways to [achieve result]:"
- "The framework I use for [task]:"
- "[Number] tools that changed how I [outcome]:"
Story:
- "Last week, something unexpected happened..."
- "3 years ago, I made a decision that..."
- "I almost quit [X]. Then I discovered..."
Data/Surprise:
- "[Surprising statistic] — here's why it matters."
- "I analyzed [X] and found something interesting:"
Spanish Hooks:
- "[Número] cosas que aprendí sobre [tema]:"
- "El error más común en [tema]:"
- "Nadie te dice esto sobre [tema]:"
Pre-Publish Checklist
Before posting, verify:
- Hook is in first 280 characters (critical for timeline preview)
- Content invites replies (questions, opinions, hot takes)
- 0-2 hashtags maximum
- Media attached if applicable (video = 5x engagement)
- No external links unless Premium (or put link in reply)
- Would I engage with this if I saw it?
- Posted during optimal hours (9-11 AM or 7-9 PM PST)
Spanish-Language Patterns
Thread Templates
Tutorial Thread:
1/🧵 Cómo [accomplish task] en [technology]:
Una guía paso a paso 👇
2/ Paso 1: [Action]
[Explanation]
...
N/ Eso es todo.
Guarda este hilo para cuando lo necesites.
Sígueme @tacosdedatos para más tutoriales en español.
Insights Thread:
1/🧵 [Number] cosas que aprendí sobre [topic] después de [experience]:
Un hilo corto 👇
2/ [Insight #1]
[Brief explanation]
...
N/ Si te fue útil:
• Sígueme para más contenido de [topic]
• RT el primer tweet para que llegue a más personas
Newsletter Promotion
[Insight or hook from the newsletter]
Esto y más en el nuevo tacosdedatos:
[Link]
[Optional: What else is in the issue]
Hashtag Strategy
- Maximum 1-2 hashtags (X algorithm doesn't favor heavy usage)
- Spanish hashtags for discoverability: #DataScience #Python #DatosAbiertos
- Skip hashtags entirely for conversational posts
Timing
- Best times: 9-11 AM, 7-9 PM (PST)
- Best days: Tuesday-Thursday
- Post when followers are online (check analytics)
Output Format
When crafting tweets, provide:
## Tweet/Thread: [Topic]
### Content
[Full post content]
### Format
- **Type**: Single tweet / Thread (X tweets) / Long-form
- **Character count**: X/280 (or full length for long-form)
- **Media needed**: [Image description / Video spec / None]
### Algorithm Notes
- Hook strength: [Strong/Medium/Weak]
- Suggested posting time: [Day, Time]
References
For deep algorithm research and source links, see references/REFERENCES.md.