Believe it or not, the rules of Twitter (X) are not that twisted. The more engagement your account has, the higher your content will rank in the algorithm–simple! The result is expanded reach, higher follower count, and increased impact.
There are many ways to boost engagement on your Twitter account, and commenting happens to be the best of them. Comments on Twitter show that your audiences care about the content and want to hear back from them.
In this article, we'll show you how to see comments on Twitter and interact with them to increase your Twitter engagement without spending hours on the platform. Let's begin.
How to See Comments on Twitter and Follow the Conversation
To see comments on Twitter, it helps to understand the three main types of tweets you’ll come across:
- Text-only tweets
- Tweets with images
- Tweets with videos
For text and image tweets, just click anywhere on the post to open a dedicated page where you can scroll through all the replies and comments.
On desktop, if it’s a text-only tweet, a simple click will take you to the comments section. To dive deeper into the conversation, just click on any comment, and use the scroll bar or arrow keys to navigate smoothly.
For video tweets, be careful where you click—anywhere but the video itself will take you to the comments. Clicking directly on the video will just play it.
Here’s a pictorial description of the areas you can click to get access to the comments:
You can also sort these replies according to the following three categories as per your requirements:
- Relevancy
- Latest
- Likes
On the mobile app, the comments are hidden under the posts in an arranged timeline, which can be pulled out when you click on a post.
You can similarly sort replies on your phone too, by just tapping on the drop-down button to reveal the choices.
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How to Reply to an X Post
To reply to a post on X (tweet), follow these simple steps
- Find the post you want to reply to
- Tap the speech bubble icon under the post (next to the heart and retweet icons)
- Type your reply in the text box that pops up
- When you're ready, hit the "Reply" button, and your comment will be posted
Your reply will now appear in the conversation thread.
How to See Comments on Twitter to an X Reply
Viewing replies to a comment on a post works a bit differently on mobile and desktop, so here's a quick guide for both:
On Mobile:
- Launch the X app on your mobile device.
- Navigate to the post (tweet) with the comment you want to explore.
- Tap on the comment you’re interested in.
- Replies will appear right below the comment. Tap any reply to dive into the full conversation.
- If there are lots of replies, just scroll down to view more.
- You can like, retweet, or reply to these comments just like any other tweet.
On Desktop:
- Head to X (Twitter) in your web browser.
- Locate the tweet containing the comment you're curious about.
- Click on the specific comment to open a dedicated page.
- Replies will appear directly underneath the comment.
- Keep scrolling if there are multiple replies.
- Like, retweet, or reply as you would with regular tweets (See how to hide likes).
Keep in mind that replies may be limited based on privacy settings or if the post is from a protected account.
Why Can't I See Comments on Twitter?
A slow internet connection could prevent the comments from loading, or you may need the latest version on your desktop or phone. Or, it could be that the account you're accessing is private and not publicly visible.
How to Hide a Tweet Reply
Twitter doesn't let you delete replies on your posts, but it allows you to hide malicious, spam, and unsavory replies. Follow these steps to hide an unwanted tweet reply:
- Locate and go to the specific tweet for which you want to manage replies
- Click on the dropdown menu
- Look for the downward-facing arrow icon in the upper-right corner of the tweet. Click on it to reveal a dropdown menu
- Choose "Hide Reply”
- Within the dropdown menu, select the "Hide Reply" option to control the visibility of specific replies to the tweet
- Select "Replies to Hide." A list of replies will appear, and you can choose the specific replies you want to hide from the public view. Tick the checkboxes next to the replies you wish to hide.
- Confirm the action. The chosen Twitter comments will then be hidden from the main thread, visible only to the user who made them and their followers
How to See Hidden Replies on Twitter
To view hidden replies on Twitter from the hidden reply menu, follow these steps:
- Locate and go to the tweet that contains hidden replies.
- Below the tweet, you should find an option labeled "View Hidden Replies." It is usually present near the bottom of the tweet, adjacent to the total reply count
- Click on the "View Hidden Replies" option. You can now explore the content initially hidden from the main conversation thread
How to Delete a Reply to Your Tweet
Unfortunately, you cannot delete Twitter replies from someone else. You can only delete your own tweets, quote tweets, and comments. The only way to get rid of undesirable Twitter comments on your account is to hide them or file a report with Twitter Support.
How to Delete Tweet Reply Through Twitter Support
Twitter does not provide a direct option for users to delete someone else's reply to their tweet through Twitter Support. If you encounter a situation where you believe a reply violates Twitter's rules or policies, you can report the reply to Twitter for review. Here's how you can report a tweet:
- Find the reply you want to report on your twee
- On the top right corner of the reply, click on the downward arrow to access the dropdown menu
- Select the "Report Tweet" option from the dropdown menu.
- Follow the on-screen instructions. Twitter will guide you through a series of instructions to specify the reason for reporting the tweet. Then, submit the report
How to Delete Tweet Reply Automatically by Muting a User
If you're dealing with multiple unwanted replies, a casual approach is to mute the users responsible. Muting someone on Twitter is like a stealth mode for your timeline; it hides their tweets and notifications and gives you a more peaceful experience.
Muting doesn't magically erase their previous replies to your tweets. To clean up your conversations, delete those replies one by one manually. It's not automatic, but at least it puts you back in control of your Twitter space.
How to Limit Twitter Replies and Ensure Privacy on a Public Account
If you're inclined to enhance the privacy of your public Twitter account, the process is relatively straightforward. Before posting your tweet, find the globe icon below the tweet composition box. There, you'll find three distinct options: "Everyone" (the default setting), "People you follow" (for a more selective audience), and "Only people you mention" (a VIP approach).
Choose the setting that you want, post your tweet, and enjoy the added layer of privacy to your public account.
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