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Twitter FAQs
Plain English answers to frequently asked questions about Twitter.
What is Twitter?
Learn what Twitter is.
Can I Change My Twitter Username?
Learn how to change your Twitter username.
What Does Follow Mean on Twitter?
Learn what it means to follow someone or to be followed on Twitter.
Should I Follow Everyone Who Follows Me on Twitter?
Learn what the etiquette is about reciprocal following on Twitter.
Who Can See and Read My Twitter Posts?
Learn who can read your Twitter updates when you post them.
Can I Block a Twitter Follower?
Learn how to block a follower in Twitter.
How do I edit a tweet in Twitter once it's published?
Learn about editing Twitter updates.
What is a Twitter Tweet?
Learn what a tweet is when using Twitter.
What is a Twitter Retweet?
Learn what RT or retweet means in Twitter.
What is a Twitter @reply?
Learn what @reply means for Twitter microbloggers.
What is a Twitter Hashtag?
Learn what a twitter hashtag is and why it's helpful.
What is a Twitter Direct Message?
Learn how to send private messages in Twitter with Twitter direct messages.
What is a URL Shortener?
Learn what a URL shortener is, why you need one, and how it impacts your use of Twitter.
How Do I Make Short URLs on Twitter?
Learn how to make short URLs for use in Twitter tweets.
What is a Twitter Tweet Chat?
Learn what a tweet chat is.
What are Twitter Apps?
Learn what a Twitter app is.
What is a Twitter Verified Account?
Learn what a Twitter verified account is in simple terms.