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Ever wonder how other X\/Twitter accounts seem to come up with witty one-liners, hot takes on current events, or smart replies on a regular basis? We\u2019ll let you in on a secret \u2013 they\u2019re scheduling their X (Twitter) posts ahead of time and sending out posts for days (or weeks) without lifting a finger.<\/p>\n

By auto-scheduling your X posts in advance, you can maximize your engagement, drive traffic, and grow your audience with ease. Less work, more reward? Sign us up!<\/p>\n

Keep reading to learn three easy ways to schedule posts on X. Plus, we\u2019ve got pro tips for ensuring that your scheduled posts are doing the heavy lifting for your brand.<\/p>\n

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How to schedule Tweets: 3 methods<\/h2>\n

There\u2019s more than one way to bake a cake, and the same is true for scheduling Tweets.<\/p>\n

Here are some of the best methods for scheduling your Tweets using Hootsuite and Twitter.<\/p>\n

Method 1. How to schedule Tweets using X (formerly Twitter)<\/span><\/h2>\n

Scheduling an X (Twitter) timed post is pretty straightforward \u2014\u00a0but heads up, if you want to schedule posts using the X platform, you can only do so on desktop<\/strong>. <\/p>\n

Here\u2019s how to get started.<\/p>\n

Step 1. Head to the X\/Twitter homepage<\/a>. <\/h3>\n

You\u2019ll see the composer box at the top:<\/p>\n

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Step 2. Create your X (Twitter) post. <\/h3>\n

This is your chance to add photos, gifs, or links. When you\u2019re done, click the calendar icon in the toolbar.<\/p>\n

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Step 3. Launch the Schedule tab. <\/h3>\n

Select the date, time, and timezone when you\u2019d like your post to go live, then click Confirm<\/strong> at the top.<\/p>\n

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The date and time will be displayed above your post. When you\u2019re finished composing, click Schedule<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

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That\u2019s it!<\/p>\n

But wait, what if you want to change a scheduled post on X? <\/p>\n

Don\u2019t worry; that\u2019s easy too.<\/p>\n

Bonus: Reschedule an X post or edit a scheduled post. <\/h3>\n

If you want to reschedule a scheduled post or edit the content of your post, click the calendar icon<\/strong> again:<\/p>\n

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The Schedule<\/strong> tab will open.<\/p>\n

Now, click Scheduled posts<\/strong> at the bottom to open your Drafts folder. (You can also click here<\/a> to go directly to your X\/Twitter Drafts folder.)<\/p>\n

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From the Drafts<\/strong> folder, you can see your unsent and scheduled posts. Click on the scheduled post you want to edit:<\/p>\n

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The composer box will pop up so you can make your edits. <\/p>\n

Click the date at the top of the window to make changes to the date and time. When you\u2019re finished, click Schedule<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

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To delete an existing post, click Edit<\/strong> in the top-right corner of the Drafts page:<\/p>\n

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Check off the post (or posts) you want to delete, then click Delete<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

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That\u2019s it! You\u2019ll return to the Scheduled tab in your Drafts folder. If you have no scheduled posts, this section will be empty.<\/p>\n

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Method 2. How to schedule Tweets using Hootsuite (desktop)<\/span><\/h2>\n

For brands looking for a more comprehensive X (Twitter) post scheduler, a social media management tool like Hootsuite offers bulk scheduling, best time to post features, plus the ability to post to multiple social media accounts at once. <\/p>\n

Hootsuite allows you to easily manage and grow your X\/Twitter presence alongside all of your other social accounts. <\/p>\n

Don\u2019t have a Hootsuite account yet? We\u2019ve got a free trial with your name on it:<\/p>\n

Here\u2019s how to schedule X (Twitter) posts with Hootsuite in just 3 easy steps:<\/p>\n

Step 1. Click the Create button.<\/h3>\n

When you\u2019ve logged into your Hootsuite account, click Create<\/strong> in the left-hand menu. This will launch the Composer window.<\/p>\n

Step 2. Create your post.<\/h3>\n

Once you\u2019ve created your post, select which account(s) to post to, and add your tags and campaigns. <\/p>\n

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Step 3. Schedule your post!<\/h3>\n

Click Schedule for later<\/strong> to pick a date and time for your post to go live.<\/p>\n

To edit a scheduled post, click Plan<\/strong> in the left-hand menu. Locate and click the post you want to edit to make your changes.<\/p>\n

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That\u2019s it! <\/p>\n

The Calendar view makes it easy to see when each X (Twitter) post will go live, so there\u2019s no confusion or hunting for your Drafts folder.<\/p>\n

Method 3. How to schedule Tweets using Hootsuite (mobile)<\/span><\/h2>\n

Feel like scheduling tweets on the go? The X app can\u2019t help you (unless you\u2019re paying for X Pro<\/a>), but Hootsuite\u2019s mobile app has you covered.<\/p>\n

Step 1: Click the Compose button.<\/h3>\n

Log into your Hootsuite app, then click Compose<\/strong> in the bottom menu. <\/p>\n

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This is where you\u2019ll draft your X (Twitter) post.<\/p>\n

Step 2: Draft your post.<\/h3>\n

Select the X (Twitter) account you\u2019d like to post to, then start drafting your post. Add copy, links, photos, videos, and more.<\/p>\n

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When you\u2019re done composing the post, tap on Next<\/strong> in the top right of your screen.<\/p>\n

Step 3: Schedule your post.<\/h3>\n

Next, you can either Auto schedule Posts<\/strong> (meaning Hootsuite will choose the best date and time for your post to go live). Or, you can Custom schedule<\/strong> (meaning you select the date and time manually).<\/p>\n

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Once you\u2019ve made your selection, click Ok<\/strong>, and that\u2019s it! Your post is now scheduled to go live at the specified time.<\/p>\n

Why should you schedule your Tweets?<\/span><\/h2>\n

Scheduling X (Twitter) posts saves you time, so you can focus on creating content and engaging with your followers, but that\u2019s not all! <\/p>\n

Here are a few more reasons why you should be scheduling your X (Twitter) posts:<\/p>\n