# Post a Message to Twist

The `twist` command may be used to send a message to Twist, which requires some additional setup.

!!! note
    The following steps were accurate as of September 2020.

## 1) Log In To Twist

Log in to Twist and from the profile menu go to Add Integrations. Then click on Build and "Add a new integration".

## 2) Provide Requested Information

Provide the requested info.

![twist 1](images/twist-1.png)

## 3) Install Integration

After submitting this info, go to Installation. Select a channel and who to notify. Then click "Install integration".

![twist 2](images/twist-2.png)

## 4) Copy the URL

Copy the "Post content manually" URL for use in your configuration file.

```ini
[post a message to twist]
twist: "This is a test message."
url: the URL you created goes here
```

!!! tip
    Define this URL in a `variables.ini` file if you need to send multiple messages to the same channel.