How to switch back to the old Twitter bird logo from X?

Elon Musk recently made a bold decision to rebrand Twitter as X, bidding farewell to the iconic Twitter bird that has been synonymous with the platform for years. The radical transformation has sparked outrage and disappointment among longtime Twitter users, who are expressing their disapproval of the new X logo and app label. Many are calling it “Musk’s folly” and feel that the essence of Twitter has been lost in this brand annihilation.

As a result of this dramatic change, some users have already started exploring alternative platforms, seeking refuge from the new X identity. However, if you are one of those who are nostalgic for the classic Twitter experience and wish to revert to the familiar Twitter bird icon then this guide will help you to restore the beloved bird on your iPhone, Android, and Web browser.

Let’s dive into the step-by-step instructions to get back the familiar Twitter icon on our iOS, Android, or Web.

How to change the X icon back to the old blue Twitter bird on iPhone?

Step 1: Open the Shortcuts app on your iPhone. It comes preinstalled, but if you are unable to find it, you can download it from the App Store for free. 

Step 2: Launch the app and tap on the ‘+’ button in the top right corner. 

Step 3: Then tap on the option that says Open App. This feature allows you to create a Shortcut button that opens any app of your choosing with just a single tap.

Step 4: Simply tap on the word “App” located at the top of the screen; you’ll notice it appears faded or greyed out.

Step 5: Simply search for the ‘X’ app and open it. 

Step 6: Then tap on the tiny ‘down’ arrow next to Open App and add to the home screen. 

Step 7: Now, enter the name of the app you wish to set, such as “Twitter” or any other app of your preference. Then tap on “Choose Photo.” Browse to the location where you have downloaded the Twitter icon, and then select it. If you do not have the Twitter icon then download it online using the browser.

Step 8: Finally, tap on the “Add” button in the top-right corner.

Step 9: Move the X app to a folder of your choice. Then, replace it on your home screen with the custom Shortcut you’ve just created.

How to change the X icon back to the Twitter bird on Android?

Step 1: Start by downloading an image of the Twitter icon from Google Images.

Step 2: Now, head to the Play Store and install the Shortcut Maker app. It’s a free app with optional in-app purchases.

Step 3: Launch the Shortcut Maker app and look for the “Apps” section.

Step 4: Scroll through the list of apps until you find the “X” app (formerly Twitter). Tap on it to open the settings.

Step 5: Inside the app settings, locate and tap on the “Icon” option to edit it.

Step 6: At the bottom of the screen, find and tap on “Gallery Image.”

Step 7: Choose the Twitter bird image you downloaded earlier and crop it if needed.

Step 8: Once you’re satisfied with the cropping, tap on “Done” located at the top-right corner of the screen.

Step 9: If you find that the Twitter name on your phone has been changed to “X,” don’t worry! You can easily edit it by tapping on the label.

Step 10: Next, tap on “Create Shortcut” to proceed with customizing the Twitter app.

Step 11: Now, simply tap and hold the Twitter icon and drag it to your home screen.

Step 12: Voila! You now have the Twitter app shortcut with the familiar bird icon. Just remember to keep the Shortcut Maker app installed to retain the custom Twitter shortcut, so you don’t accidentally remove it.

To change the X icon back to the Twitter bird on the web, follow these steps:

Step 1: If you are using Chrome or Edge, install the “X to Twitter” extension for free. Firefox users can get the add-on from the Firefox Add-ons website for free as well.

Step 2: Once the extension or add-on is installed, simply reload twitter.com or visit the website. You will notice that the X icon has now been replaced with the familiar Twitter bird icon.

That’s it! Now you can enjoy the classic Twitter experience with the bird icon restored on the web.