Hashtags are used to make topics more searchable or easy to find. The top hashtags are shown On Twitter as “trending topics.” Hashtags are particularly useful during events or when breaking news is happening. The U.S. Army uses hashtags to designate its post about relevant events or issues that may be trending. Click on the hashtags below for examples of them:
#USArmy
#ArmyStrong
#ArmyRecruiter
Beyond simply organizing your tweets, Twitter hashtags can help you craft your voice while joining in a larger discussion. You can use multiple hashtags in one tweet, but don’t go overboard. One to three is generally an acceptable range.
Here are some sample tweets that use hashtags (in bold) to add context, humor and voice:
Let the weekend begin! #TGIF
#USArmy
#ArmyStrong
#ArmyRecruiter
Beyond simply organizing your tweets, Twitter hashtags can help you craft your voice while joining in a larger discussion. You can use multiple hashtags in one tweet, but don’t go overboard. One to three is generally an acceptable range.
Here are some sample tweets that use hashtags (in bold) to add context, humor and voice:
Let the weekend begin! #TGIF
Wearing socks with Crocs is so stylish #kidding
Just dropped my second ice cream cone. #fail
I hate when people smoke e-cigarettes indoors. #annoying #rude #whygodwhy
The movie #Gravity is beautiful, but so terrifying! #nevergoingtospace
I’m loving 'The Sound of Things Falling' by Juan Gabriel Vasquez #FridayReads
Many major brands now have Twitter accounts, and some choose to create hashtags to promote specific events or campaigns. If you want to use Twitter as part of your business strategy, here are a few tips to keep in mind:
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As it pertains to USAREC, many recruiters use the hashtag #MakeMission.
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If you want to create a special hashtag for an event or campaign, select one that hasn't been used before and remind everyone to use it in related
tweets. Be sure to include the hashtag in any promotional materials. Make it informative but short.
tweets. Be sure to include the hashtag in any promotional materials. Make it informative but short.