X (Twitter) header size (1500×500, 3:1)
The recommended X/Twitter header size is 1500×500 with a 3:1 ratio.
Header size
1500×500 (3:1)
Use Pad to keep important content visible across devices.
Cropping tips
X crops headers on mobile. Keep logos/text centered with margin.
Avoid placing text near the edges.
3 steps (using this tool)
- Open the 1500×500 preset.
- Use Pad to preserve the full design.
- Export JPG or PNG.
Inches or cm?
X headers are screen-first, so use pixels. Inches/cm depend on DPI and are for print only.
Related X sizes
Landscape
Post landscape 1200×675 →Use this when the same campaign also needs a feed image, so the post export uses X's standard landscape canvas.
Square
Post square 1080×1080 →Use this when the artwork needs a square crop for distribution, so it doesn't reuse the wide header banner.
FAQ
What is the X (Twitter) header size?
1500×500 (3:1) is the standard header size.
Quick tip: Use Pad to keep edges visible across devices.
Common mistake: Putting text at the edges—mobile crops can cut it.
Why does my header look cropped on mobile?
X crops headers differently across devices and layouts.
Quick tip: Keep logos/text centered with extra margin.
Common mistake: Designing edge-to-edge banners—small crops break layout.
JPG or PNG for headers?
Use JPG for photos and PNG for text-heavy designs.
Quick tip: If text looks fuzzy in JPG, switch to PNG.
Common mistake: Using low-quality JPG for text—edges get artifacted.