If you want your brand to stand out on X (formerly Twitter) in 2026, nailing your image and video sizes is non-negotiable. The right dimensions mean your visuals look sharp, professional, and engaging—no awkward crops, no blurry logos, no missed opportunities. With X’s fast-moving feed and ever-evolving design, staying current with the latest specs is a must for social media managers, agencies, and brands of all sizes.
But it’s not just about looking good. Optimized images and videos drive higher engagement, better ad performance, and a more cohesive brand presence. And with Sked Social’s all-in-one platform, you can plan, preview, and publish perfectly sized content across every channel—without the guesswork.
Your profile picture is your brand’s first impression. In 2026, X (Twitter) recommends a 400 x 400 px image with a 1:1 aspect ratio. Keep the file size under 2MB and use a high-resolution PNG or JPEG for best results.
Pro Tips:
Sked Social Solution: Use the Media Library & Editor to store, crop, and preview your profile images before publishing.
The header (banner) image is prime real estate for brand storytelling. The ideal size for 2026 is 1500 x 500 px (3:1 aspect ratio), with a file size under 5MB.
Best Practices:
Example: A SaaS brand might use the header to showcase a new feature launch or highlight a customer testimonial.
Sked Social Solution: Plan and preview your header updates with the Visual Content Planner.
Feed images are where engagement happens. Here’s what you need for 2026:
Tips:
Sked Social Solution: Auto-crop and preview every post for X, Instagram, and more with Sked’s Scheduling tools.
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Get Early Access!Video is king in 2026. For X (Twitter), use:
Best Practices:
Sked Social Solution: Schedule and auto-publish videos across all platforms, including TikTok Video Scheduling and YouTube Video Scheduling.
Ads demand precision. For 2026, use:
Tips:
Sked Social Solution: Build, preview, and schedule ad creatives with Sked’s AI Tools and Analytics for performance tracking.
File Size Limits:
Aspect Ratios:
Mobile Optimization:
Sked Social Pro-Tip: Use Content Labels to track which image formats drive the most engagement on X and other platforms
Wondering about the best Twitter profile picture size? For 2026, the ideal dimensions are 400 x 400 pixels, with a 1:1 aspect ratio and a file size under 2MB.
If you’re updating your header image, aim for 1500 x 500 pixels, a 3:1 aspect ratio, and keep the file size under 5MB for optimal display.
When it comes to video, the best dimensions are 1280 x 720 pixels (16:9) for landscape orientation and 1080 x 1920 pixels (9:16) for portrait videos.
To optimize images for mobile on X, always use the largest recommended size, keep key content centered, and preview your posts on mobile devices before publishing to ensure everything looks just right.
And if you’re concerned about image quality, X does support high-resolution images. Just remember to check file size limits and test your uploads for clarity to guarantee your visuals look crisp and professional.
Keeping up with X (Twitter) image and video size changes in 2026 can be a headache—but it doesn’t have to be. Sked Social’s all-in-one platform empowers you to:
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