Twitter Tutorial – Introduction

Update: The tutorials below are still relevant but I recommend watching my most updated Twitter tutorial first and then refer back here for additional information.

The following Twitter introductory video tutorial will introduce new Twitter users to the Twitter user interface and the basic functionalities of using Twitter.

Twitter is a social media platform similar to Facebook, LinkedIn and Google+. The way in which Twitter is used is somewhat unique in comparison to other social platforms and this video series will cover all aspects of using Twitter.

This video tutorial is part 1 of a multipart video series produced regarding Twitter usage. As additional tutorials in the series are published, they will be linked to on this page.

Part 1: Introduction to Twitter

Part 2: Twitter @ Mentions and Interactions

Part 3: Using Hashtags on Twitter

Part 4: Twitter Privacy Settings

Part 5: Twitter Background and Header Template and Tutorial

This introductory video tutorial on Twitter covers the following topics:

1. An overview of what Twitter is and how it is used.
2. Navigating within the Twitter interface.
3. Composing basic tweets.
4. Using the “Who to follow” suggestions.
5. Viewing another Twitter user’s profile.
6. Understanding trends on Twitter.