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Meta Tags

twitter:player:width

Learn how to use the twitter:player:width meta tag to improve your site.

Specifies the width of the media player iframe for Twitter cards, ensuring an appropriate layout when shared on Twitter.

Code Examples

<meta name="twitter:player:width" content="435" />
A common width that optimizes the viewing experience across most devices without leading to layout issues on Twitter feeds.
<meta name="twitter:player:width" content="600" />
Specifies a wider player suitable for desktop viewing, considering its compatibility with the overall design and layout of the content.
<meta name="twitter:player:width" content="300" />
Choosing a width too small might harm the user experience, leading to difficult navigation and interaction with the media content.
<meta name="twitter:player:width" content="100%" />
Specifying a percentage value may result in unpredictable rendering across different devices and resolutions.

Recommendations

  • Optimize For Mobile and Desktop
    Choose a width that looks good on both desktop and mobile views to enhance user experience across devices. Common practice suggests a width of 435 pixels as a good starting point.
  • Use With twitter:player:height
    Always define this meta tag in conjunction with twitter:player:height to ensure the aspect ratio of the embedded media remains constant, preventing layout shifts or distorted media playback.

Related Documentation

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<meta name="twitter:app:id:iphone" content="307234931">
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<meta name="twitter:app:name:ipad" content="My Amazing App">
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name

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<meta name="twitter:app:name:googleplay" content="MyApp">
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