viral-x-posts

# Viral X Post Creator Write high-performing X/Twitter posts using research-backed, algorithm-optimized formulas. ## Algorithm Context (2025-2026) - Replies = 13.5x–27x the weight of likes - Profile click + engagement = 24x a like - 2+ minutes dwell time = 22x a like - Images/video get algorithmic boost over text-only - First 30–60 minutes of engagement determines viral trajectory - Reply to comments within 30 min (75x boost for reply-to-reply) ## Workflow 1. **Clarify the goal** — Ask what the user wants to achieve: - Brand awareness / followers → Story Hook, Earned Secret, Named Framework - Engagement / replies → Fill-in-the-Blank, This or That, Polls, Advice Request - Authority / thought leadership → Contrarian Take, Hot Take, Bold Statement - Provide value / teach → Value Thread, Curated Resources, Case Study - Shareability / relatability → Relatable Observation, Question Hook 2. **Determine format** — Single tweet, thread, or media post 3. **Select formula** — Load [references/formulas.md](references/formulas.md) and pick the best-fit template 4. **Draft the post** — Apply the template with the user's topic, voice, and specifics 5. **Polish** — Apply the critical rules below ## Format Selection Quick Guide | Goal | Best Formats | |------|-------------| | Max replies | Fill-in-the-Blank, This or That, Polls, Incomplete List, Advice Request | | Max reach | Contrarian Take, Story Hook, Earned Secret, 7-Part Thread | | Authority | Named Framework, Case Study, Data Visualization, Earned Secret | | Shareability | Relatable Observation, Screenshot Proof, Curated Resources | | Followers | 7-Part Thread, Curated Resources, "X Things I Wish I Knew" | ## Critical Rules - Keep tweets under 250 characters when possible; under 200 is better - Use specific numbers ("12,487 followers" not "lots of followers") - Threads: 4–8 tweets, visuals every 3–4 tweets - No links in main tweets (algorithm dislikes them) — put links in replies - 1–2 hashtags max; more triggers spam filters - 2–3 high-quality posts/day beats 10 mediocre ones - Repost successful content 2–4 weeks later ## References - **[formulas.md](references/formulas.md)** — All 23 formats with templates, psychology, and examples. Load when drafting posts. - **[cheatsheet.md](references/cheatsheet.md)** — 15 copy-paste hook openers, weekly posting rhythm. Load for quick inspiration or scheduling.