Twitter Account Search in Any Account, Keyword, + More!

When you’re trying to do a X / Twitter account search, it can feel like running through a maze.

Have you ever found yourself sifting through endless followers, only to be slapped in the face by Twitter’s cap results at a mere 50 accounts—leaving you with more questions than answers?

So, how can you effectively conduct a X / Twitter account search without hitting a wall?

While Twitter may not prioritize this functionality, the good news is that innovative tools can unlock the deeper insights you crave.

Now, I’m not here to give you a sales pitch, but their features are pretty impressive when it comes to solving this Twitter search problem.

Here’s the breakdown, starting with X itself:

X’s Advanced Search Operators

On X, there’s no more searching through accounts, or searching for an account’s followers, but there is ways to find accounts using the search options.

Here’s some examples inspired from our post on X Advanced Search Operators!

Find the Advanced Search Menu:

• On desktop: Tap the Explore tab, enter a search term, then click the three dots (more options) next to the search bar. Select Advanced search.
  
• On X Advanced Search mobile: The Advanced Search menu is unavailable, but you can still type search operators manually into the search bar:

Search by Specific Accounts:

• From a specific user: Use from:username to find tweets from a particular account.
  • Example: from:Spotify will display all tweets from Spotify’s official account.
• Directed to a specific user: Use to:username to find tweets sent to a particular account.
  • Example: to:NetflixHelp AND (error OR fix) will show tweets directed at Netflix’s support team mentioning errors or requests for fixes.

Keyword and Account Combinations:

• Combine keywords with account searches for more specific results.
  • Example: from:Tesla AND "battery technology" to see Tesla’s tweets related to battery advancements.

These examples highlight how to search for accounts directly on X / Twitter using the platform’s native tools.

Any Twitter Account Search:
Search & Explore Tool (Search Bios)

The above tool is for when you’re trying to search someone’s Twitter Followers because finding accounts with Search & Explore is like Twitter search on steroids.

You can find any account based on keywords in their bio, stuff they post about, if they follow or are followed by someone, follower count, location – you name it.

That’s right, you can use it to search through anyone’s follower list, even if you don’t know them personally.

Here’s a neat trick: you can even use the Search & Explore tool to filter your own followers. Just add the “follows @YourAccount” filter, and boom – you’re searching through your own audience with all those powerful filters at your fingertips.

If you want more filters for your own followers, like comparing lists, common followers, or conversations with them, see the next section!

Here’s a video on how to use it to find a bunch of CEOs in New York for an event or ad campaign:

Your Twitter Account Search:
Follower Segmentation (aka Sort Followers)

For when you’re trying to search in your Twitter followers. You can apply most of those same filters I just mentioned to your own followers, too.

Want to find all your followers who are into crypto, are active and have a solid community who live in LA? Done.

Looking for potential collaborators in your industry who are active and who follow a project you’re familiar with? No problem.

Oh, and if you’re big on Twitter lists, the Sort Followers tool lets you search through those too. Super handy for keeping your network organized however you already have them organized. I know.

What about the common followers, or conversations I mentioned? Add groups of people from a Twitter hashtag analytics report, like all the people from a country, or everyone who engaged the most, for example, and compare them them with your followers.

For the common followers, you can see who’s following two people and cross reference them with your followers on top of those extra filters too.

Look, I get it. Twitter can be overwhelming, especially when you’re trying to grow your audience or find the right people to connect with.

But with tools like these, you’re not just shooting in the dark anymore. You can be strategic about who you’re reaching out to and make sure you’re connecting with people who actually care about what you have to say.

The bottom line is this: Twitter’s native search is limited, but that doesn’t mean you have to be.

Whether you’re looking to grow your following, find potential customers, or just connect with like-minded peeps, there are ways to dig deeper and find exactly who you’re looking for.

The people you’re looking for are out there.
You just need the right tools to find them.

Frequently Asked Questions About Twitter Account Search

Can you search someone’s Twitter account?

Yes, you can. While Twitter’s native search is limited, tools like Fedica’s Search & Explore allow you to search through all the people following someone by applying various filters.

How to search words by a specific user?

With Fedica’s Search & Explore tool, you can add keywords that a user posts about as a filter when setting up your advanced search. This allows you to find specific content from particular users.

How do you search tweets from a Twitter account?

For basic searches, you can use X Advanced Search to find posts from a specific time frame and user. However, if you want a complete list of posts, top topics, engagement stats, and more, Fedica’s account timeline tool provides the entire story with exportable data.

How do I see someone’s full tweet history?

Fedica’s account timeline tool offers a comprehensive view of a user’s tweet history. It includes sentiment analysis, ranked top topics, best posts, and engagement stats – all with exportable data.

How do I go to a specific date on someone’s Twitter?

You can use Twitter’s advanced search feature, entering the user’s handle and the specific date range you’re interested in.

Why can’t I search someone on Twitter?

There could be a few reasons for this. The user might have privacy settings enabled, or their account could be private. Private accounts don’t appear in searches and can’t be analyzed by third-party tools.