How To Use X.com's New Speed Boost: 5 Tips
Boost your X.com experience by 30% with these quick, actionable steps.
X.com just rolled out a faster web app that can shave up to 30% off loading times. If you're a daily X user, that means quicker replies, less lag, and more productive scrolling. This guide shows you how to activate, test, and optimize the new speed boost in five simple steps.
Step 1: Sign in to X.com from a supported browser
Open Chrome or Safari, go to X.com, and log in with your credentials. The new app is automatically enabled for logged‑in users, so you’ll see the updated interface. Check the top bar for a “New Experience” banner to confirm you’re on the fast version.
Step 2: Clear your browser cache and cookies
Use Chrome’s Settings → Privacy → Clear browsing data, select Cached images and files. This forces the browser to load the new assets. After clearing, refresh X.com to let the new scripts load fresh.
Step 3: Enable the ‘Optimized Performance’ setting in X's settings
Navigate to Settings → Advanced → Performance. Toggle the switch labeled Optimized Performance. This flag turns on the lightweight rendering engine used in the speed boost rollout.
Step 4: Disable unnecessary extensions that can slow X
Open Chrome Extensions, toggle off any ad blockers or script blockers that may interfere. For example, uBlock Origin or Ghostery can delay X's content. Keep only essential extensions to maintain the 30% improvement.
Step 5: Use a performance monitoring tool to verify gains
Open Chrome DevTools → Performance tab, record while scrolling or replying. Compare the first paint time before and after enabling the new app. Record a screenshot or share the metrics to prove the speed increase.
If you still see lag, check your internet speed with Speedtest.net; sometimes local bandwidth limits mask the app’s performance gains.
By following these five steps you’ll unlock X.com's 30% faster experience, making every scroll and reply feel instant. You’ve now mastered the new app and can share the speed boost with colleagues. Next, try the same process on other social platforms for a smoother online life.
