How to Make a List on Twitter

While this may be amazing, sometimes it can be tough to navigate the sheer volume of Tweets, especially when trying to stay up to date on certain topics or users.

If you are running into this issue on Twitter, consider trying out Twitter Lists, a useful addition to the app that can really streamline your experience.

Below we will cover everything you need to know about Twitter lists, from what they are, how to and create Twitter lists, as well as some different tools available to help you manage the lists you’ve created or subscribed to.

Twitter lists are an amazing feature available on Twitter that helps users create custom timelines. By grouping together other Twitter user’s profiles, you can create a Twitter list based around a specific topic, interest, or conversation.

Other users can be added or removed from the list as you see fit to create a personalized stream of content centered around the list’s theme.

Any list you create can be made private so only you have access, or public so that other Twitter users can view the content as well. Public lists can be subscribed to by other users so they don’t miss out on any updates.

Twitter lists are an incredibly useful tool for users looking to engage in conversations around specific topics and better manage their experience on Twitter.

To create your personalized Twitter list on your desktop PC:

1. Step 1

   Open the Twitter homepage of your Twitter account.

2. Step 2

   

   On the left side of the page select “Lists“. You may need to click the three dots icon (…) and select it from the pop up window.

3. Step 3

   

   In the top right corner of the Lists tab, select the “New List” icon.

4. Step 4

   

   In the new window name your list and give it an optional description. Here you can also make your list private by checking the box at the bottom.

   (Private lists are only viewable you and other list members you have invited).

5. Step 5

   

   Next, add Twitter accounts to your list by scrolling suggested or through the search bar.

6. Step 6

   

   Once you have added the accounts you want to your list, click “Done” in the top right.

You have just created a new list on Twitter desktop! You can find your list in the Lists tab under your profile icon. Tap Edit List to make any changes you would like.

To create a Twitter list on your mobile device with Apple or Android apps:

1. step 1

   Open the Twitter app on your device and log in to your account.

2. Step 2

   

   Tap Lists and select the “Create New list” icon.

3. Step 3

   

   Name your list and give it a short description

4. Step 4

   

   Add accounts to the List by tapping Add next to a user’s name.

5. Step 5

   

   To make any changes to the List, tap Edit List.

You have now created a List on your mobile device. Remember to make your list public or private depending on your preferences.

To manage members on a list you have created:

1. Step 1

   Open the list from the left side menu.

2. Step 2

   

   Click the three dots icon at the top of any list members.

3. Step 3

   

   Select Add/Remove @user from Lists in the drop down menu.

4. Step 4

   

   Select the list you want to remove accounts from.

5. Step 5

   

   Select save in the top right corner.

The List member has been removed. They can be added again if you wish to include them at a later date.

You can also add or remove members from the Edit List option:

1. Step 1

   Open the desired list you want to edit from the Lists tab.

2. Step 2

   

   Select Edit List > Manage Members.

3. Step 3

   

   Select Remove next to any members you wish to no longer be on the List.

Any member you select will be removed. These members can be added back immediately by selecting add, or in the future by searching for them again from the Suggested tab.

You can also add members to a List using the Edit List icon.

If you find yourself on any Twitter lists you do not want to be included in:

1. Step 1

   Open Twitter lists, click the three dots in the top right and select Lists You’re On.

2. Step 2

   

   Click on the list you want to leave.

3. Step 3

   Select the Twitter profile of the List creator.

4. Step 4

   

   On that user’s profile, click the three dots icon and select Block.

You will no longer be in the List created by that Twitter user. You will also no longer be able to receive a direct message from that user until you unblock them.

To follow a List created by other Twitter users, head to their profile page and select “View Lists“.

Select the List you want and select Follow. If you tap Members you will be able to follow anyone who is on the list as well. You are, however, able to follow lists without following any of the individual users that are included in the List.

Be mindful that your ability to view a list is based on whether that List is public or private. Only a public list will allow other accounts to click subscribe. Keep this in mind when searching for new Lists or creating a Twitter list of your own.