About the Social Media Post Preview
Each platform truncates posts differently, so a caption that reads well on LinkedIn may hide its main point behind See more on Instagram. This social media post preview shows your text in mockups for X, LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram and Threads, with each platform's character limit and the point where the see-more cut-off is likely to fall.
It also counts hashtags and mentions, which helps keep posts within each platform's norms. Use it to move the hook into the visible part of the post and trim lines that push the call to action out of view. Platforms adjust layouts often, so treat cut-offs as approximate. Your drafts stay in your browser.
How to use it
- Paste or type your post text.
- Switch between X, LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram and Threads previews.
- Check the character count, cut-off and hashtag count for each.
- Edit the opening lines so the key message shows before See more.
Frequently asked questions
Why preview posts before publishing?
Truncation and line breaks vary by platform and device. A preview helps you check that the first lines carry the message, that the post fits the limit, and that hashtags and mentions are not overwhelming the text. It saves editing after the post is live.
Does the preview count emoji correctly?
Platforms count characters differently; X, for example, counts emoji and some characters as two. The preview follows each platform's limits as closely as practical, but always do a final check in the app if you are close to a limit.
How many hashtags should I use?
It depends on the platform and audience, and platforms change their hashtag limits and guidance from time to time. In general, a few relevant hashtags tend to read better than a long block of tags. Use the hashtag count to stay consistent and test what works for your own account.