Twitter Conversation Limitations

This cluster focuses on criticisms of Twitter's design and UX, particularly its unsuitability for meaningful conversations, discussions, or threaded interactions, with users questioning its purpose and value compared to alternatives.

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Sample Comments

icedchai Aug 13, 2018 View on HN

It's almost like Twitter isn't intended for this sort of communication.

CyberRabbi Apr 17, 2022 View on HN

This would not work. It misses why people use Twitter.

icedchai Oct 29, 2014 View on HN

the problem is twitter isn't for conversations.

MrMan Oct 31, 2022 View on HN

why care about twitter? go somewhere else or build something else. dont worry about twitter its not worth it

I can't see legit utility to twitter except for citizen journalism and fan engagement.

theg2 Nov 21, 2013 View on HN

This is sounding a lot like Twitter without the social aspect.

koreanguy Aug 24, 2021 View on HN

what is the point of twitter ? why do people even use it.

anonjon Feb 14, 2010 View on HN

This accurately explains why I don't like twitter.

Conlectus Jul 15, 2021 View on HN

Twitter also sucks for meaningful interaction, in my opinion.

Tichy Mar 16, 2009 View on HN

My impression is that you have no idea what Twitter actually is. Maybe you should read one of the articles about it once in a while?