Short answer
Tap the repost icon (two arrows) under a post and choose Repost to share it as is, or Quote to add your own comment; tap it again and choose Undo repost to remove it.
Key takeaways
- Retweets became reposts, and quote tweets became quotes, in 2023.
- Protected accounts' posts can't be reposted.
- You can hide reposts from a specific account without unfollowing it.
Reposting is X's oldest sharing feature. The name changed when Twitter became X in 2023, but the two options (share it plainly, or share it with your comment) haven't.
How do I repost?
Tap the repost icon under the post, then choose Repost.
The icon is two arrows forming a loop. On the web, click it and choose Repost. The post now appears on your profile and in your followers' timelines with "You reposted" above it. Tap the icon again and choose Undo repost to take it back.
How do I quote a post?
Tap the repost icon and choose Quote, then write your comment and post.
The original appears as a card under your text. Quotes start their own conversation: replies go to you, not the original author. Keep quotes constructive; quote-dunking on strangers is a fast way to collect angry replies. You can mock up quote posts with our quote post generator.
How do I see who reposted something?
Open the post and tap the reposts count, or the repost icon's menu, to see reposts and quotes.
X lists reposts and quotes separately. Quotes are often more interesting, because they show what people said about the post.
How do I stop seeing someone's reposts?
On their profile, open the More menu and choose Turn off reposts.
You still see their own posts. It's a good fix for accounts that repost dozens of things a day.
What's the difference between repost and quote?
| Repost | Quote | |
|---|---|---|
| Adds your words | No | Yes |
| Where replies go | To the original post | To your quote |
| Counts toward | Reposts | Quotes (shown under reposts) |
| Undo | Undo repost | Delete your quote |
| Old name | Retweet | Quote Tweet |
Should I repost or quote?
Repost to amplify without comment; quote when you have something to add.
Plain reposts keep the conversation on the original post, which the author usually prefers. Quotes are better when your context helps your followers: why it matters, what's wrong with it, or how it applies to them. Avoid quoting strangers just to mock them; it sends your followers into their replies.
Questions people ask
Can I repost my own post?
Yes. Reposting your own older post puts it back in your followers' timelines. Use it sparingly.
Why can't I repost a post?
The author's account is protected, the post was deleted, or the author limited who can reply and you're quoting into a restricted conversation.
Does the author see my quote?
Usually yes: quotes notify the author unless they've muted you or adjusted notifications.