Twitter Tests New 'Status' Feature for Individual Tweets

The new status feature allows users to tag posts with pre-defined labels.

Several users this morning reported that they could post a status with an accompanying symbol, and the company has since confirmed that it is currently testing the feature with a select group in the US and Australia.

"For a limited time, we are testing a feature that allows you to add a status topic from a predetermined list to your Tweets to provide more context for your followers," a Twitter spokesperson said. "So whether you are about to drop a hot Tweet thread, share your shower thoughts, or have a bad case of the Mondays, your Tweets can better convey what you are up to."

By the looks of it, the statuses will be used to replace some of the pre-ambles that people add to their accounts. "Shower thought," "Picture of the day," "Spoiler alert," and "Hot take" are some of the statuses included in the test.

The statuses, which appear underneath the user's name, are non-editable, while clicking on a status badges displays what other posters have shared using the same status.

It's not clear how long the test will last for or what the likelihood is that the feature will stay around.

The social network is currently testing a number of new features, including a downvote button and the ability to share a message with a small group of friends.