How to Keep Your X (Twitter) "For You" Feed 100% AI Slop-Free
If your X feed feels overrun by generic ChatGPT threads, fake tech-bro "hot takes", and repetitive bot engagement bait—you're not alone. Here is the master list of AI words to mute and the exact 2-minute setup for mobile & desktop.
The AI Slop Problem on X in 2026
Social feeds on X (formerly Twitter) have undergone a radical transformation. Algorithmic incentives combined with accessible LLM tools mean thousands of automated accounts, engagement farmers, and growth gurus now flood the "For You" timeline with mass-produced AI content.
Instead of genuine human insights, hot design takes, or original software demos, feeds are increasingly cluttered with synthetic patterns:
ChatGPT Vocabulary Clichés
Words like "delve", "tapestry", "testament", and "beacon" that LLMs systematically favor over human speech.
Cringe Engagement Bait
Formulaic openers like "Hot take:", "Read that again.", and "Let that sink in." engineered to trick the algorithm into prioritizing replies.
Founder & Link-Drop Reply Farming
Automated engagement-farm posts asking "Hey founders! What are you shipping?" or "Time to promote your startup—drop your link below!" created to artificially inflate impressions.
Blocking individual bot accounts is like playing whack-a-mole: hundreds of new accounts spring up daily. The solution? Muting the exact vocabulary that AI uses.
The Master AI Word Mute List
Below is our categorized repository of AI phrases. Click individual chips to copy them, or click "Copy Master Word List" to grab all categories in one go.
Master AI Mute Word List
Click any chip to copy individual words, or copy entire categories to paste into X settings.
Engagement Bait & Cringe Hooks
Algorithmic engagement-farming hooks designed to force replies and outrage.
Founder & Startup Reply-Bait
Repetitive farming posts that ask founders to drop links to artificially boost engagement.
ChatGPT Core Vocabulary
Words heavily over-represented in OpenAI default responses and LLM system outputs.
Synthetic Thought Leadership
Automated thread hooks and fake tech-bro guru formulas generated by AI content writers.
AI Content Farm Buzzwords
Hyperbolic adjectives and buzzwords used to inflate thin content.
How to Mute AI Words on X Mobile App (iOS & Android)
Apply muted words directly inside the official X mobile app
- 1
Open Profile Settings
Open the X app on your iPhone or Android. Tap your Profile avatar icon in the top left corner, scroll down, and select Settings & Support ➔ Settings and privacy.
- 2
Navigate to Muted Words
Tap on Privacy and safety ➔ select Mute and block ➔ tap Muted words.
- 3
Add Words & Configure Mute Settings
Tap the "+" (Plus) floating icon in the bottom right corner. Paste your copied AI word or phrase (e.g.,
delveorhot take:).- Target: Check Home timeline & Notifications
- From anyone: Select From anyone
- Duration: Set to Forever
- 4
Save and Repeat
Tap Save in the upper right. Repeat this process for key phrases or copy the main word blocks from our list above.
How to Mute AI Words on Desktop Web (X.com)
Choose between fast 1-click console automation or manual step-by-step entry
1-Click Browser Console Auto-Mute
Instead of clicking "+" and saving 60 times manually, you can open your browser console on x.com/settings/muted_keywords and run our open-source 15-line script:
Go to x.com/settings/muted_keywords
Press F12 ➔ Inspect ➔ Console tab
Paste script below & press Enter
allow pasting into the console, press Enter, and then paste the script.(async function autoMuteAllWords() {
const words = [
"hot take", "let's connect", "unpopular opinion", "here is the harsh truth", "read that again",
"let that sink in", "agree or disagree", "what are you shipping", "drop your link",
"time to promote your startup", "drop your product below", "show me what you're working on",
"saas founders assemble", "delve", "tapestry", "testament", "beacon", "multifaceted", "synergy",
"paradigm shift", "here's the breakdown", "a thread", "mindset shift", "prompt engineering",
"0 to 1", "masterclass", "demystified", "deep dive", "transformative", "game-changing"
];
console.log("🚀 Starting auto-mute for " + words.length + " words on X...");
const sleep = (ms) => new Promise((r) => setTimeout(r, ms));
const waitFor = async (fn, maxMs = 3000) => {
const start = Date.now();
while (Date.now() - start < maxMs) {
const el = fn();
if (el) return el;
await sleep(200);
}
return null;
};
let count = 0;
for (const word of words) {
try {
// 1. Find or open 'Add muted word' form
let input = document.querySelector('input[placeholder*="Enter word"]') || document.querySelector('input[name="keyword"]');
if (!input) {
const addBtn = await waitFor(() =>
document.querySelector('a[href*="add_muted_keyword"]') ||
document.querySelector('a[href*="muted_keywords/add"]') ||
document.querySelector('[aria-label="Add muted word"]') ||
document.querySelector('[aria-label="Add"]') ||
Array.from(document.querySelectorAll('a')).find(
(el) => el.getAttribute('aria-label')?.toLowerCase().includes('add') ||
el.href?.includes('add_muted_keyword')
)
);
if (!addBtn) {
console.error("❌ '+' Add button not found. Open https://x.com/settings/muted_keywords first!");
break;
}
addBtn.click();
await sleep(500);
input = await waitFor(() =>
document.querySelector('input[placeholder*="Enter word"]') ||
document.querySelector('input[name="keyword"]')
);
}
if (!input) {
console.error("❌ Could not find 'Enter word or phrase' input field.");
break;
}
// 2. Set input value
input.focus();
const nativeSetter = Object.getOwnPropertyDescriptor(window.HTMLInputElement.prototype, "value").set;
nativeSetter.call(input, word);
input.dispatchEvent(new Event('input', { bubbles: true }));
input.dispatchEvent(new Event('change', { bubbles: true }));
await sleep(400);
// Check if word is already muted ("You've already muted...")
const alreadyMutedMsg = Array.from(document.querySelectorAll('span, div')).find(
(el) => el.innerText?.includes("already muted")
);
if (alreadyMutedMsg) {
console.warn("⚠️ Already muted: " + word + ". Skipping...");
const backBtn = document.querySelector('[aria-label="Back"]') || document.querySelector('[data-testid="app-bar-back"]');
if (backBtn) backBtn.click();
await sleep(600);
continue;
}
// 3. Find and click Save button
const saveBtn = await waitFor(() =>
Array.from(document.querySelectorAll('button')).find(
(el) => (el.innerText?.trim() === 'Save' || el.getAttribute('data-testid') === 'settingsDetailSave') && !el.disabled
)
);
if (saveBtn) {
saveBtn.click();
count++;
console.log("✅ [" + count + "/" + words.length + "] Muted: " + word);
await sleep(900);
} else {
console.warn("⚠️ Save button disabled or missing for " + word + ". Skipping...");
const backBtn = document.querySelector('[aria-label="Back"]') || document.querySelector('[data-testid="app-bar-back"]');
if (backBtn) backBtn.click();
await sleep(600);
}
} catch (e) {
console.warn("Skipped word:", word, e);
}
}
console.log("🎉 Finished! Successfully muted " + count + " new words on X!");
})();Method B: Manual Step-by-Step Entry (One-by-One)
Click "More" Sidebar
On the left navigation menu of X.com, click the More (...) button and choose Settings and privacy.
Open Muted Words Panel
Click Privacy and safety ➔ Mute and block ➔ Muted words.
Click the "+" Icon
Click the "+" (Plus) button at the top right of the Muted words pane.
Paste & Confirm
Paste the word, select Home timeline and From anyone, then click Save.
Advanced Tips for a 100% Clean Timeline
Mute Hashtags Used by Bot Networks
Mute hashtags like #PromptEngineering and #GrowthHacking. Legitimate creators rarely spam these hashtags in 2026.
Hide Verified Reply Bot Rings
If blue-check replies spam AI commentary under popular posts, use X settings to mute notifications from un-followed blue checks or mute words like "Great insights!" or "Thanks for sharing!".
Post High-Quality Visual Content Yourself
When you share product updates or original content, stand out from text-heavy AI slop by wrapping your screenshots in sleek 3D frames and exporting scroll videos with tools like GlazeUI.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Does muting words filter out posts in both "For You" and "Following"?
Yes! Muting words on X works across both your "For You" algorithmic timeline and your chronological "Following" timeline, as well as tweet replies and notifications.
Is muting words on X case-sensitive?
No. Muting a word like "delve" will automatically mute "Delve", "DELVE", and any capitalization variant.
How many words can you mute on X?
X allows each user account to mute up to 200 entries (words, phrases, hashtags, or user handles).
Will muting AI words block genuine creators?
No. Muting only hides individual posts containing those exact phrases. You do not unfollow or block creators, and posts from them that do not contain muted phrases will still appear normally.
Conclusion
Your attention is valuable. Spending 2 minutes configuring X's native muted words list will immediately restore quality to your "For You" timeline and eliminate generic AI threads.
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