What is the best Twitter image size?

Use 1600 × 900 pixels for a landscape X or Twitter image. It is a 16:9 image that crops predictably in the timeline and works well for link-style graphics.

What size is a square Twitter image?

Use 1080 × 1080 pixels for a square Twitter image. Square is a good choice for quote cards, simple product graphics and multi-image posts.

What image formats does X support?

X supports JPG, PNG and GIF for image posts. Use JPG for photos, PNG for graphics and GIF only when the motion matters.

Why does my Twitter image crop?

Timeline previews can crop the edges on different screen sizes. Keep the subject and any text near the center, especially on wide images.

Twitter Image Size

X post image dimensions, ratios and upload checks for landscape and square social graphics.

Landscape1600×900

Square1080×1080

Best ratio16:9

Format

Full image canvas

16:9

Landscape post image: 1600 × 900

Resolution: 1600 × 900
Aspect ratio: 16:9
File types: JPG, PNG, GIF
File limit: 5 MB image · 15 MB animated GIF
Use it for: Best default for single-image posts and link-style graphics.

A 16:9 image crops predictably in timelines and previews. Keep text large because images compress in the feed.

Post image checklist

Use 16:9 for single-image posts with a clear hero.
Use square for text-heavy cards and multi-image sets.
Keep text large enough for compressed mobile previews.
Avoid placing logos or disclaimers near the outer edge.

Frequently asked

What is the best Twitter image size?: Use 1600 × 900 pixels for a landscape X or Twitter image. It is a 16:9 image that crops predictably in the timeline and works well for link-style graphics.
What size is a square Twitter image?: Use 1080 × 1080 pixels for a square Twitter image. Square is a good choice for quote cards, simple product graphics and multi-image posts.
What image formats does X support?: X supports JPG, PNG and GIF for image posts. Use JPG for photos, PNG for graphics and GIF only when the motion matters.
Why does my Twitter image crop?: Timeline previews can crop the edges on different screen sizes. Keep the subject and any text near the center, especially on wide images.

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