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Frustrated by X’s Sensitive Content Glitch? Discover the Simple Secret to Make It Work Again!
Have you tried to view a post on X, only to find the “Show” button doesn’t work? You tap it, and nothing happens. The image or video stays hidden behind a “sensitive content” warning. This problem is incredibly frustrating, especially when you want to see art, news, or memes that the platform has flagged. Many users have reported this issue, feeling stuck and unable to view content they’ve chosen to see.
If this sounds familiar, you are not alone. This is a widespread glitch that started bothering people a few days ago. Users across the globe, from the US to other regions, have shared their annoyance online. Some people thought it might be due to new rules in their country, but that doesn’t seem to be the case. Many have tried the usual fixes, like restarting their phone or even reinstalling the X app, but the button stubbornly refuses to work. This isn’t your fault; it appears to be a bug within the mobile app itself.
The good news is there is a simple and effective solution. The problem lies with the X app, but the fix is found on the X website. You need to use a web browser like Chrome or Safari, either on your phone or a computer, to change a key setting that the app isn’t handling correctly.
How to Fix the ‘Show’ Button on X
This workaround adjusts your account’s main settings, forcing the app to obey your preferences. Follow these simple steps to regain control over what you see.
- Don’t Use the App: Open a web browser. This can be on your phone or a desktop computer. Go to the X website (x.com).
- Log In: Sign in to your X account with your username and password.
- Go to Settings: Click on your profile icon. In the menu that appears, find and click on “More,” then select “Settings and privacy“.
- Find Privacy Settings: In the settings menu, click on “Privacy and safety“.
- Adjust Content Settings: From there, choose the option labeled “Content you see“.
- Enable Sensitive Media: You will see a checkbox that says, “Display media that may contain sensitive content.” This is the most important step. Make sure this box is checked. This tells X that you consent to viewing this type of media.
- Update Search Settings (Optional): To ensure sensitive content also appears in your search results, click on “Search settings.” Uncheck the box that says “Hide sensitive content“.
Why This Method Works
The X mobile app seems to have a bug that prevents it from correctly applying your choices for viewing sensitive content. However, your account’s core settings are managed through the main X website. When you change the setting in a web browser, you are directly telling X’s servers what your preferences are.
This change becomes the “master” command for your account. The next time you open the X app on your phone, it will sync with these updated server settings. The app will then follow the new rule you have set, and the “Show” button should begin working as intended. This simple browser trick bypasses the app’s glitch and puts you back in charge of your feed.