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Schedule on X / Twitter

How to Schedule a Post on SocialPost (X / Twitter)

Scheduling tweets (X-posts) in advance saves you time and helps maintain consistency. This guide will walk you through how to schedule for Twitter / X using SocialPost. 

Before You Begin 

  • Make sure your Twitter / X account is connected and authorized in SocialPost. 

  • Prepare your content (text, images, video, links) beforehand so uploading is smoother. 

  • Be mindful of Twitter / X character limits and media rules (see “Tips & Guidelines” below).

Step-by-Step: Scheduling a Tweet / X Post 

  1. Open the Scheduler 

    From your SocialPost dashboard, click “Scheduler” (or equivalent). You’ll see a calendar view showing upcoming posts and empty time slots.

  2. Select Your Twitter / X Profile 

    From your list of connected profiles, choose your Twitter / X account. (If you have multiple X accounts, pick the one you want to post from.)

  3. Add Your Post Content 

    Enter your tweet text in the editor. You can include links, tags (handles), hashtags, etc. 

  4. Upload Media (Optional / Recommended) 

    If you want to include images, gifs or video, click “Upload Media.” 

    1. You can attach up to 4 images or 1 video (depending on supported formats). 

    2. Preview will show how your media appears in the tweet.

  5. Check Character Limits

    1. A standard tweet / X post allows up to 280 characters.

    2. Note: URLs, mentions, and hashtags count toward the limit.

    3. If you use media, Twitter / X may automatically shorten certain links.

    4. Watch for character overflow warnings in the editor.

  6. Click “Schedule” 

    After you’ve completed your content and added media, click the Schedule button (or similar) to set timing. 

  7. Set Date, Time & Time Zone 

    Choose the date and exact time when you want the tweet to go live. Also ensure the correct time zone is selected (especially important if managing for multiple regions).

  8. Confirm (“Done” / “Save”) 

    Once everything looks right, click Done (or Save) to finalize the schedule. Your post is now queued.

  9. View / Manage Scheduled Tweets 

    In the calendar / scheduler view, you’ll see your scheduled tweets. From there, you can:

    1. Edit the tweet content or media

    2. Reschedule (change date/time)

    3. Delete / cancel the scheduled tweet 

 

Tips & Guidelines: Twitter / X Posting 

Topic 

Best Practice / Note 

Character count 

Keep total under 280 characters. Be concise—especially when including links or mentions. 

Links 

URLs are automatically shortened by Twitter / X and use a fixed character count. 

Handles / Mentions 

Use @username to mention users; each mention counts toward character limit. 

Hashtags 

Use relevant hashtags sparingly to improve reach without clutter. 

Media attachments 

You can attach up to 4 images or 1 video in a tweet. Ensure correct format (e.g. JPEG, PNG, MP4). 

Alt text / accessibility 

Add alt text to images for accessibility if your platform supports it. 

Threaded posts 

Scheduling single tweets is supported; if you want a thread, you may need to schedule each tweet in sequence or use the “thread” feature if available. 

Best times to post 

Check your analytics to find times when your followers are most active. Scheduling helps you hit those windows without needing to be online. 

 

Troubleshooting / FAQ 

  • Why didn’t my tweet post at scheduled time?

    • Verify that your X account is still connected/authorized.

    • Check if there was a connectivity or API issue.

    • Make sure the scheduled time is in the correct time zone.

    • Can I reschedule after posting?

      • You can only reschedule while the tweet is still in queue. Once live, you would need to delete and repost.

    • What if the content exceeds 280 characters?

      • You’ll see an overflow warning in the editor—trim content or split into a thread if needed.

    • Are videos allowed?

      • Yes, you can schedule one video (within size/format limits) just like in a live tweet.

    • Can I attach polls or other Twitter features?

      • At present, scheduling polls or specialized features may not be supported via API—check your SocialPost feature support. 

    If you run into any issues or need help customizing scheduling behavior, reach out to us through in-app chat or check our Help Center for more guides.