5 Things You Need to Know About Threads (Twitter’s Competitor)
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f you've been browsing social media lately, chances are you've heard the buzz around Instagram's newest app, Threads. But if you haven't, no worries! I'm here to give you the lowdown on this nifty little app and why it’s good for visual creators: photographers, filmmakers, etc.
What's Threads All About?
Threads is like the Twitter for Instagrammers, in my opinion, and it's brought to you by none other than Instagram itself. With a whopping 100 million users in just a week, it's already making waves as a direct competitor to Twitter. What sets it apart from other new apps is its seamless integration with Instagram. You can easily connect your Instagram account to Threads, making it effortless to follow the same people and share your visual content.
So, what makes Threads so special for photographers and visual creators? Let's dive into some of its coolest features!
1. Mix Photo Crops
Picture this - you can upload photos in various crops like 1:1, 4:5, 9:16, or even 16:9. It's like magic for horizontal photos! No more worrying about cropped images; Threads displays them in their respective crops directly in the feed. You can scroll through them like a carousel and tap for a full-screen view. Clean and seamless!
2. Mix Photos and Videos
You know how Instagram lets you create carousels with both photos and videos? Well, Threads takes it up a notch! You can now include a mix of photos and videos in your carousels. And the coolest part? You can see more than one media in your feed and scroll through them effortlessly. Videos auto-play too, adding that extra touch to your visual storytelling.
3. True 9:16 Photos
For those who love shooting vertical shots, Threads gets it just right! Unlike Twitter, which crops your 9:16 photos into a 1:1 preview, Threads shows your true 9:16 photos in all their glory. Your vertical shots will look fantastic, just the way they were intended to be seen.
4. Videos in Different Aspect Ratios
Hooray for video creators! With Threads, you can include videos in various aspect ratios in the same carousel post. Whether it's 1:1, 9:16, or 16:9, each video displays perfectly, allowing your viewers to enjoy your content just as you intended.
5. Auto-Play Videos
The beauty of Threads lies in its smooth user experience. You can auto-play multiple videos in a thread by a simple swipe to the right. Want to see the next video? Swipe again, and there it is! It's all about keeping things engaging and enjoyable.
Bonus Features
Share Thread Posts Directly to Instagram Stories: Want to showcase your Threads content on your Instagram story? Threads makes it a breeze! A neat way to attract more followers to your Threads account.
Filter Threads Posts: Choose whether you want your first threads to be from everybody or just from the people you follow. Tailor your experience to suit your preferences.
Discover Your Rank: See how early you joined Threads and find out your rank among millions of users. It's a fun way to see who made it to the top 100!
Conclusion
Threads is shaping up to be an exciting platform for visual creators. With its focus on seamless integration and clean design, it offers a positive and engaging community for sharing photos and videos. If you haven't already, give Threads a try and explore its cool features. And, hey, don't forget to connect with me on Threads too! Let's continue our visual storytelling journey together.
