They say a picture is worth a thousand words. The proof is all over every social network platform, including X. X users know that when a X image or animated gif fails to load, you’re getting only a fraction of the story.
The good news is, there are only a few reasons for a X loading pic fail, and we’ve got the info on how to fix it.
If you’re experiencing issues with X pictures not loading, there are a few quick fixes you can try:
- Refresh the page or app: Sometimes, a simple refresh can resolve the issue and load the pictures correctly.
- Clear cache and cookies: Clearing your browser’s cache and cookies can help eliminate any temporary data that might be causing the problem.
- Disable browser extensions: Some browser extensions can interfere with the loading of images. Disable them temporarily to see if it resolves the issue.
- Check your internet connection: Ensure that you have a stable internet connection. Try switching to a different network or resetting your router.
- Update your app or browser: Make sure you’re using the latest version of the X app or browser, as updates often include bug fixes and performance improvements.
- Try a different device or browser: Switch to a different device or browser to see if the problem persists.
We’ve compiled 9 common ways to fix your X feed when it is not loading.
1. Check Your Internet Connection
If your X app is not loading or showing images, check your internet connection.
iPhone users, go to Settings > Wi-Fi. Be sure the toggle button is switched to “on.” Choose your Wi-Fi network and once you are connected, you will see a blue check mark. If there is an error message, you will need to continue troubleshooting the internet connection, which may require restarting the wireless router and confirming that there are no loose cables.
Android users, go to Settings > Network & Internet or Connections > Wi-Fi. Confirm that the Wi-Fi is on by looking at the indicator at the top of the screen. If there are no indicator bars, continue to troubleshoot the internet connection which may require restarting the wireless router and confirming that there are no loose cables.
After verifying that your device is connected, open the X app to make sure that your X pictures are loading.
2. Check X’s Server Status
Once you have confirmed that you are connected to the internet, head over to DownDetector to check the status of X’s server. Likewise, X has its own API Status where you can check for any current issue. Sometimes the server is under maintenance, in which case you have to wait until X is back online.
3. Re-open X
After confirming you have an Internet connection and there is no X issue reported, try closing and re-opening the X app.
To close the X app on an Android device, swipe up from the bottom of the screen and hold. Then let go and swipe up on the X app. Then re-open X
To close the X app on an iPhone, double-tap the home button. Swipe left or right until you find the X app and then swipe up. Then re-open X.
4. Clear the X Cache
If an app isn’t working properly it is always a good idea to clear the cache. A cache stores data to help the app run faster, but sometimes it gets bogged down by a full cache.
To clear the cache on an Android device, locate the X icon and long-tap it. Then tap App Info > Storage & Cache > Clear cache.
Unfortunately, there is no comparable way to clear the cache on an iPhone. The workaround for this is to delete and re-install X on your iPhone. This will effectively clear the cache. (See how to do this below.)
5. Check Data Usage Settings
Similar to clearing the cache, you can check the data usage settings on the X app. With the app open, tap the profile picture on the upper left side of the screen. Under “Settings and Support” tap Settings and Privacy > Accessibility, display, and languages > Data usage.
Under Storage, you will see “Media Storage” and “Web Storage.” For best results, tap each and clear storage.
6. Log Out and Log Back In
If the X feed is still not loading, you may try logging out and logging back into the app.
If you’re using the X app on an iPhone, tap the profile icon on the X app. Tap Settings and Privacy > Account > Log out. Close and reopen the app and then tap “Log in.” Enter your credentials and tap “log in” again.
If you’re using the X app on an Android, select either the navigation menu icon or your profile icon in the top menu. Select Settings and Privacy > Your Account > Account Information > Log out. Select “ok” and then close and reopen the app. Tap Log in and enter your credentials.
7. Disable Data Saving Mode
Sometimes devices have data saver or low data mode that limits cellular data. While this can lower a phone bill, it can also affect how quickly an app loads and reduce the streaming quality. If a X gif or image is not loading, your may need to disable your device’s data-saving mode.
If you have an iPhone, open Settings > Cellular or Mobile Data > Cellular Data Options or Mobile Data Options. Switch the “low data mode” toggle to “off.”
If you have an Android, open Settings > SIM cards & mobile networks > Network and internet > Data saver. Switch the toggle to “off.” With a Samsung Galaxy, it is the same process with a slightly different set of terms. Tap Connections > Data Usage > Data Saver. Again, make sure the toggle is off.
8. Update X App
If you are still struggling with your X feed loading, make sure you have the most recent version of the X app, and if you don’t, update X.
On an iPhone, open the App Store. Tap your profile. Scroll down until you find X and select “update.”
On an Android device, open the Google Play Store. Tap your profile > Manage apps & devices. Scroll down until you find X and select “update.”
Once the update is finished, go back to your X timeline and see if it loads images correctly.
9. Reinstall X
If X is still not loading pics, it is time to reinstall the X app. This is easy and will not affect your X account.
If using an Android device, open the Google Play Store. Tap the Profile icon. Select Manage apps & devices > Manage. Scroll until you find X and tap “uninstall.” Once you have uninstalled the app, reopen the Google Play Store and reinstall X.
If using an iPhone, find the X app and hold it down. Select Remove App > Delete App. After confirming that you want to delete the app, go to the App Store. Search for X and reinstall it.
FAQs
Answers to frequently asked questions when X is not loading pictures.
1. Why are images not loading on X?
There are a handful of reasons why images on X are not loading including a bad internet connection, an issue with your device, or a problem with the app.
2. How do I fix the problem of pictures not loading on X?
Depending on the cause of the issue, some things you can try to do to fix X include:
- check your internet connection
- check X’s server status
- reopen X
- clear the X cache
- check data usage settings on your device
- log out and log back in
- review the app’s permissions
- disable data-saving mode
- update the X app
- reinstall X
3. How do you refresh X on your iPhone?
There are a few ways to refresh X on the iPhone. First, tap the home button in the lower left-hand corner of the app. If that does not work, simply close and restart the app.
Conclusion
Of course, it is incredibly frustrating when our favorite social media platforms are not working correctly. But checking a few common issues will help get you back to scrolling X and enjoying the full picture of each tweet.
