Topic knot · Fun & words
Quotations on X: build this knot
Quote accounts are everywhere on X, and many of them attribute lines to people who never said them. A quotations knot is more fun when it includes the people who check sources and explain where a line really comes from.
The recipe searches the quote tags and phrase and filters follow-back chains. Add literary accounts, librarians and quote-checkers as members for a feed with better sourcing.
The recipe
| Hashtags | #quotes #QuoteOfTheDay |
|---|---|
| Keywords | quote of the day |
| Leave out | giveaway follow back |
| Filters | Original posts only (replies hidden) |
| X List name | Quotations |
The feed on X
Open it in Latest for everything in time order, or Top for the posts X ranks highest. You need to be signed in to X to see results.
Topic feed
(#quotes OR #QuoteOfTheDay OR "quote of the day") -giveaway -"follow back" -filter:replies
Open in the builder and add members
Who to add as members
Literary and library accounts, quote-checkers, poets and writers who share passages with sources. We don't list anyone by name: pick the people you already read, so the knot reflects your corner of the topic.
Once you add members, the builder makes three more feeds: everything they post, their posts on this topic, and replies sent to them.
Tips for this knot
- Before reposting a famous quote, search the exact wording in quotes to see where it came from.
- Add an author or book as a keyword for a themed feed.
- Images filter shows quote cards; switch it off for text.
Setting up the X List
- Open Lists from your profile menu and create a list called Quotations.
- Keep it public if you want others to follow it, or make it private for your own reading.
- Add members from the list editor or from each profile's menu.
- Pin it so it shows up as a tab on Home.
More detail in how to use X Lists as a community feed.