In a recent announcement, X, the social media platform, is gearing up for significant changes to its user experience (UX), with likes and reposts potentially disappearing from the timeline. According to Ellis Driscoll, a software engineer at X, these alterations are currently undergoing internal testing and could be rolled out to users within the next few weeks.

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<h2>Transition to a New Interface</h2>
The shift in UX was hinted at in a demo video shared by Christopher Stanley, X's head of payments, showcasing an "exploding menu" concept. However, Driscoll clarified that the video only represents part of the new interface, with the overarching changes focusing on simplicity and ease of use through "simple gestures."
<h2>Reimagining User Engagement</h2>
Under the new UX model, users will interact with posts using intuitive actions, such as a long press followed by a swipe, resembling a video game interface. While users will still have access to like and repost metrics, they will need to select individual posts to view these statistics.

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<h2>Potential Impact and Controversy</h2>
The decision to hide likes and reposts aligns with a broader industry trend, as seen with Instagram's move to conceal public like counts. X aims to prioritize content substance over engagement metrics, encouraging meaningful interactions and reducing competitive pressure.

However, critics argue that concealing engagement metrics could lead to opaque content promotion, potentially favoring internal agendas over user preferences.

As X prepares to implement these changes, users await further updates on how these alterations will reshape their social media experience.

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X Prepares to Hide Likes and Reposts: What Users Can Expect

A software engineer at X hints at upcoming changes, including the removal of likes and reposts from the timeline, aiming to enhance user experience.

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X Prepares to Hide Likes and Reposts: What Users Can Expect

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