Twitter / X Placeholder Images — Card Sizes

Twitter/X renders link previews using Twitter Card meta tags. The image size determines whether your tweet shows a large image card, a small thumbnail, or nothing at all. This preset covers the three most-used Twitter Card image dimensions.

Size reference

NameDimensionsDescription
card1200x675Large image card — 1200×675px, the standard size for summary_large_image Twitter Cards
square1200x1200Square variant — 1200×1200px, used in promoted tweet placements
portrait1080x1350Portrait variant — 1080×1350px, matches Instagram feed dimensions for cross-platform repurposing

Why these sizes matter

The summary_large_image card requires a minimum 300×157px image and renders best at 1200×675px (16:9). Square images (1200×1200) are cropped to a circle on profile tweets. Portrait images (1080×1350) appear in some ad placements. Using a placeholder at the exact required dimensions lets you verify card rendering in Twitter's Card Validator before launch.

Use cases

Twitter Card validation

Add a placeholder twitter:image to your meta tags and validate in Twitter's Card Validator to catch markup errors before publishing.

Blog and article previews

Technical blogs shared on Twitter benefit from a compelling card image. Use a placeholder at 1200×675 to test the layout before the illustration is ready.

Cross-platform social assets

The 1080×1350 portrait size matches Instagram feed dimensions. Generate both in one session to test cross-platform design consistency.

FAQ — Frequently asked questions

What image size should I use for Twitter Cards?
For summary_large_image cards, use 1200×675px (16:9). The image must be at least 300×157px. Images larger than 5MB are not supported.
How do I test a Twitter Card image before publishing?
Use the Twitter Card Validator at cards-dev.twitter.com/validator. Add the placeholder URL as your twitter:image meta tag and paste your page URL to preview how the card renders.
Does Twitter crop images?
Yes. Twitter crops images to fit the card format. For summary_large_image, the safe zone is the center 2:1 region. Using a 1200×675px image avoids unexpected cropping.

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