Social networking site twitter.com where celebrities, businesses, and people from all over the world are connecting in real-time. it's quick and easy to keep up with friends and family, promote your music and writing, and expand your business!
A tweet with a hashtag is automatically threaded at http://www.hashtags.org, which allows users to track Twitter Trends (see what's happening on Twitter right now!), find new friends at Twitter with common interests, and see what people are talking about on Twitter right now. downloading "TweetDeck," which makes using Twitter as quick, easy, and user-friendly.
There you can "tweet" and "retweet" with one click!
You can even make friend groups on TweetDeck for ease of reading, automatically shorten URLS using bit.ly, twurl, tinyurl, and more! TweetDeck even integrates Facebook, so you can not only send and receive Facebook Status Updates using Twitter, but you can even chat with Facebook friends using your Twitter Account on TweetDeck!
You can choose by checking a "Facebook" box whether or not to send your tweets to Twitter! TweetDeck also allows you to easily upload pictures using TwitPic!
Sign up at TwitPic to post pictures on Twitter
If you are wondering how to post pictures on Twitter, you will be ecstatic to learn how easy it is! First, go to TwitPic.Com and sign up using your Twitter username. TwitPic is very easy to use, but wait... it gets better! Now that you have downloaded TweetDeck, you may automatically upload TwitPics using the "TwitPic" button on the righthand side of the TweetDeck Interface.
Post Videos on Twitter
Using 12seconds.tv, you may post videos on Twitter directly from your mobile phone or TweetDeck. Sign up at http://12seconds.tv. To post videos longer than 12 seconds, upload to YouTube and "tweet" links. This is also a great way to get more YouTube subscribers and great exposure for your music, acting, and the like.
Post Music on Twitter
Twt.fm has teamed up with Imeem.Com to bring you a quick and easy way to share music on Twitter!
Just go to Twt.fm! They make it very simple. Anything on Imeem can be shared on Twitter - if you are a musician, simply sign up at Imeem and upload your songs in order to easily post them for the people of Twitterville.
Tweeters are encouraged to share music on Mondays in this manner. Tag your posts with the "#MusicMonday" hashtag. Search for "MusicMonday" at Hashtags.org whenever you want to hear some great music that people on Twitter recommend!
"Why are Twitter messages only 140 characters?"
Twitter messages are limited to 140 characters because this is the limit for most SMS Messaging ("Text" Messaging) capable mobile phones. Twitter posts are meant to be short and sweet, which adds to the charm. Feel free to link to your blog if you would like to share a longer story.
"What is a 'Tiny URL' and why would I need to use that on Twitter?"
Since Twitter posts are limited to 140 characters, there are many resources currently available to shorten URLs so that you may point your followers to any site on the web regardless of the length of the original address.
Some Twitter Clients automatically shorten URLS, but you may also visit a website like http://bit.ly or http://tiny.cc for this service. Tiny.CC makes it easy for you to track hits for your shortened URLS on Twitter.
"How do send a private message on Twitter?"
Simply type "d" followed by a space, then "@" and your friend's username, one more space, then your message!
example: "d @GossTV I really like your YouTube videos! What do you think of Susan Boyle?"
This will go directly into Twitter user @GossTV's direct message mailbox. Accessible from the web, mobile phone, or desktop application like TweetDeck, Twitter really is easier and quicker than email!
Unlike on MySpace, you cannot send a direct message on Twitter unless the user is following you. This is good news for you, because it cuts down on spam immeasurably. If someone spams you, "unfollow" them.
"How do see who isn't following me back?"
To see who isn't following you on Twitter, as well as who follows you without you following back, visit Friend or Follow at http://www.friendorfollow.com.
"What is the Public Timeline? Are my Twitter posts going to show up for the world to see?"
The Twitter Public Timeline (http://twitter.com/public_timeline) displays every new public post worldwide in real-time. This is a great way to see what the world is talking about and make new friends on Twitter.
If you would not like your posts to appear on the public timeline, simply mark your entries private.
"How do I make my Twitter posts private?"
To make all your Twitter posts private, click "Settings" at the top of your Twitter home page. In the "Account" tab (which will automatically open), check the box at the bottom that says, "Protect my updates."
"How do I gain followers on Twitter?"
To find friends on Twitter, visit Twello, the Twitter Yellow Pages and Twitter Directory, or use Hashtags and visit Hashtags.Org to find users with similar interests or senses of humor.
Thanks to @micah for creating #FollowFriday, you and your Twitter Followers are encouraged to share new tweeters amongst each other. I have found that the best way to make friends on Twitter is to be yourself, talk to people, and post amusing pictures and content. Asking questions also helps gain followers, keep the ongoing conversation that is Twitter going, and build a community.
eample: "Who here thinks that Adam Lambert will beat Danny Gokey on American Idol? I like Allison Iraheta! #idol"
To sign up at Twello, the Twitter Directory, Twitter Search, and Twitter Yellow Pages, follow this URL: http://www.twello.com.
You can even create and win contests on Twitter!
I was recently lucky enough to win Britney Spears Concert Tickets ("Ringside" VIP Tickets to her Los Angeles concert, "The Circus," with the Pussycat Dolls) on Twitter simply by tweeting about Britney.
Hugh Jackman, star of "X-Men Origins: Wolverine," held a contest in which he challenged tweeters to convince him in 140 characters or less why their favorite charity should receive his $100,000 donation.
Now I run a monthly "Write Me a Song, Mary!!" Contest on Twitter, and you can get in on the fun, too!
Holding your own contests, posting interesting content, and really interacting with people is ultimately the best way to gain followers on Twitter.
"Which Celebrities Can I Follow on Twitter?"
Here are a few celebrities on Twitter you can start following to learn what it's like to be in the public eye:
Britney Spears on Twitter - @britneyspears
"Hannah Montana" star and singer Miley Cyrus on Twitter - @mileycyrus
John Mayer on Twitter- @johncmayer
Ben Lyons - @IamBenLyons
Taylor Swift on Twitter - @taylorswift13
Celebrity Blogger
Perez Hilton on Twitter - @perezhilton
Snoop Dogg on Twitter - @snoopdogg on "Twizzle!"
"Keeping up with the Kardashians" star Kim Kardashian on Twitter - @kimkardashian
Hugh Jackman on Twitter - @RealHughJackman
Oprah on Twitter - @oprah
Shaq on Twitter - @the_real_shaq
Lance Armstrong on Twitter - @lancearmstrong
Jimmy Fallon on Twitter ("Late Night with Jimmy Fallon" and "SNL" Fame) - @jimmyfallon
Heidi Montag on Twitter (MTV's "The Hills") - @heidimontag
Spencer Pratt on Twitter (MTV's "The Hills") - @spencerpratt
Many more Celebrities on Twitter can be found at "Celebrity Tweets": http://www.celebritytweets.com.
"What are StockTwits?
According to StockTwits on their website, "StockTwits is an open, community-powered investment idea and information service. You can think of it as Bloomberg for the little guy and gal. Eavesdrop on what traders and investors are talking about RIGHT NOW or contribute to the conversation and build your reputation and following as a savvy market wizard."
Visit StockTwits on the web at http://www.stocktwits.com.
Keep your eyes and ears open! Twitter is still fairly new, and with its rapid growth, there will no doubt be many great additions to this free service.
Enjoy your time in Twitterville!
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