How to use direct messages on Twitter? Learning how to send and respond to direct messages on Twitter can be a quick and convenient way to communicate with other users of the platform. Direct messages, also known as DMs, are private conversations that can be sent and received without being visible to the general public. Read on to find out how to use this feature and make the most of it to connect with friends, co-workers and others interesting on Twitter.

– Step by step -- How to use direct messages on Twitter?

• Before starting: make sure you have one Twitter account and have logged in.
• Step 1: Open the Twitter app on your mobile device or go to site Twitter in your browser.
• Step 2: In the mobile app, tap the “Direct Messages” icon at the bottom from the screen. On the website, click the “Direct Messages” icon in the top navigation bar.
• Step 3:Choose to the person with which you want to send a direct message. You can search for them in the search bar or choose someone from your followers or someone you follow.
• Step 4: Once you've selected the person, you'll see a chat screen. Type your message in the text box at the bottom of the screen.
• Step 5:Click the submit button (or the paper airplane icon) to send your direct message.
• Step 6: If the person is online, you'll see an "Online" indicator next to their name.
• Step 7: You can continue sending direct messages in the same conversation or you can start a new conversation with another person.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about how to use direct messages on Twitter

1. How can I send a direct message on Twitter?

1. Sign in to Twitter.
2. Click the direct messages icon in the top navigation bar.
3. Select the recipient to whom you want to send a direct message.
4. Write your message in the text box.
5. Click “Send” to send the direct message.

2. Can I send direct messages to any user on Twitter?

1. If you can send messages direct to any Twitter user who follows you.
2. If they don't follow you, you'll need to receive their approval before you can send them direct messages.

3. How can I reply to a direct message on Twitter?

1. Open the direct message you want to reply to.
2. Type your answer in the text box.
3. Click “Submit” to submit your response.

4. Can I attach images or files to Twitter direct messages?

1. Yes, you can attach images or files to Twitter direct messages.
2. Click the camera icon or attached clip in the text box to attach files or images.

5. Can I delete a direct message sent to someone on Twitter?

1. Yes, you can delete a direct message you sent to someone on Twitter.
2. Open the direct message you want to delete.
3. Click the options icon ("...") next to the message and select "Delete message."

6. How can I block direct messages from unwanted users on Twitter?

1. Sign in to Twitter.
2. Open the profile of the user you want to block from direct messages.
3. In the drop-down menu next to the follow button, select “Block” to block direct messages from that user.

7. Can I send direct messages from the Twitter mobile app?

1. Yes, you can send direct messages from the Twitter mobile app.
2. Open the Twitter mobile app and make sure you're logged in.
3. Tap the direct messages icon in the bottom navigation bar.
4. Select the recipient you want to send a direct message to.
5. Write your message in the text box.
6. Tap the send button to send the direct message.

8. Can I schedule direct messages on Twitter to be sent in the future?

1. No, Twitter does not currently allow scheduling direct messages.
2. Direct messages should be sent immediately when you compose and send them.
3. You will have to send direct messages manually at the time you want them to be sent.

9. Can I see if someone has read my direct message on Twitter?

1. No, Twitter does not provide a feature to see if someone has read your direct message.
2. Direct messages are delivered directly to the recipient without a read receipt.

10. How can I disable direct messages on Twitter?

1. Sign in to Twitter.
2. Click “More” in the side navigation bar.
3. Select “Settings and privacy”.
4. Open the “Privacy and Security” tab.
5. Turn off “Receive direct messages from anyone” to disable direct messages.

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