How to View Direct Messages on Twitter

Twitter is a social networking site that allows users to chat and network with each other by posting 140 character updates and messages. These posts can be public, which allows a user's network of followers to view it, or private. Private messages, or direct messages, are sent to a specific person and can only be viewed by the recipient. If you have a Twitter account, you are able to receive direct messages from others who want to communicate privately with you.

Instructions

1. Log in to your Twitter account by entering your username and password into the "Sign In" box on the Twitter homepage.

2. View the menu on the right-hand side of your Twitter page that displays your Twitter name on the top and provides options beneath your name.

3. Choose "Direct Messages" by clicking on the link. View your direct messages once you have clicked on this option.

Tips & Warnings

• Your Direct Messages link will be empty if no one has sent you a private message.

• You may also view any direct messages you have sent to others by clicking your Direct Messages link and choosing "Sent." This will display all messages you have sent privately.

References

• Twitter Homepage