Introduction

Twitter launches a new prototype application to its first group of testers. The company made this announcement via a tweet. “Twttr” is the name of the prototype and it will be used to test out new features they might want to implement on their existing application.

How do you sign up? What is the difference? Read on to know more.

How do you sign up?

To sign up as a tester for Twitter’s Twttr prototype, follow these steps:

1. Visit Twitter’s Testing Sign-Up Page: Head to the official page where Twitter invites users to participate in their testing program.
2. Submit an Application: Fill out the necessary details such as your email and other required information to apply for the testing phase.
3. Wait for an Email Update: After your application, Twitter will notify you if you’re selected or placed on a waitlist for the program. You’ll receive an email with further instructions.

What is the difference?

The main difference between Twttr and the regular Twitter app is that Twttr is a testing ground for new features and changes. It’s specifically designed to:

1. Experiment with new designs, especially for conversations and replies.
2. Provide a feedback loop by gathering user opinions to refine features before they’re officially added to the main Twitter platform.
3. Offer a more organized thread experience, with changes like color-coded replies, chat-like formatting, and better visual cues to help users follow conversations more easily.

In short, Twttr serves as a prototype, while the main Twitter app is the fully developed, public version.

What is Twitter?

“Twttr” is a throwback to its original name. It was first introduced at the CES conference this January 2019. The main purpose for this application is to offer Twitter a more experimental testing space.

Twitter wants to try out new ideas without having to update its exiting public network, and twttr gives the company the perfect testing space. They can use this as a platform to gain feedback from testers and then develop new features depending on what the feedback says and what they learn on the Twitter app.

What are the Features Now?

As of now, the new twttr app will focus mainly on testing new and different designs for conversations. The company demonstrated this at CES. Twttr, the prototype app, will show a different format for replies.

Here, the conversations being held are themselves more chat-like and rounded. This was done with the intention of making them easier to follow, unlike before where it was really hard to keep track of and follow each individual thread and all their responses.

The prototype will simplify reading through longer threads by hiding various engagements, sharing options and other tweet details.

The biggest change in the prototype though, would be how the replies are sorted. The different types of replies on twttr are color-coded. This is done to designate those from the original tweet, and as well as for the Twitter profiles and users that one usually follows.

This entire exercise was conducted because it meant there would be better visual cues for the app’s readers, especially the ones who are trying to follow a lengthier thread. What usually happens is that there are side conversations that take place simultaneously and the profile of the original tweet randomly jumps in to clarify things and respond to individual tweets, all creating confusion among its users.

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Can You Sign Up to be a Tester? How?

In case you feel like participating in the programme, it is still possible to apply. Twitter says that it is still accepting participants.

Once the application has been sent, you will get an email from Twitter providing you with an update on your status of participation. There is a possibility that you may be added to a wait-list.

For now though, Twttr is only available for iOS users.

Conclusion

Twitter’s launch of the “Twttr” prototype marks a new step towards experimentation and refining user experience. The app allows Twitter to test potential features without disrupting the main platform. Through feedback from testers, Twitter aims to improve conversation design and make following threads more intuitive. If you’re an iOS user, there’s still a chance to become part of this testing phase, and it offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of social media interaction. Subscribe to iTMunch for daily updates in the world of IT, AI, HR, Startups, Finance, Marketing and more!

FAQs

1. What is Twttr? Twttr is a prototype app launched by Twitter to test new features and designs for the main platform without updating the live version.

2. What features is Twttr testing? Twttr focuses on testing new conversation designs, including color-coded replies and a more organized chat-like format for easier thread navigation.

3. How can I sign up to be a tester? You can apply to be a tester on Twitter’s official website. If selected, you will receive an email with an update on your participation status.

4. Is Twttr available for everyone? Twttr is currently only available for iOS users and remains an exclusive test group for now.

5. Why is Twitter launching Twttr? Twttr is meant to experiment with new features and design changes without disrupting the existing user experience on the main Twitter app.