Elon Musk has once again ignited a debate over the use of hashtags on X (formerly Twitter). According to reports from Indian media, Musk responded to a user’s post, labeling the use of hashtags as outdated and unnecessary.

The user had shared a screenshot of the response, asking whether they should use hashtags. The user compared them to the phrases “submarine on a screen door” and “a ticket to nowhere” in an attempt to highlight their redundancy.

Musk responded by urging users to stop using hashtags, stating that the system no longer needs them and that they appear unattractive. His comments have sparked a fresh conversation about the role and relevance of hashtags in social media interactions.