How to make photo videos on instagram

2 Super Easy Ways to Make Reels on Instagram with Photos

Instagram Reels are better known for short, engaging video clips but if you have a tough time making videos or simply want to show off your pictures, you can also create epic slideshows from your favorite photos. These work especially well for travel, behind-the-scenes and mini vlog videos.

In this blog, we’ll show you two simple ways to create slideshows for your Reels in under 5 minutes - using the Instagram app itself or if you want to create professional-looking slideshows then using InVideo’s online editor.

Make sure you check out the reels section on the InVideo Instagram channel for ideas & examples.

Here’s what we will be covering:

1. How to make a Reel on Instagram with photos?
2. How to make a Reel on Instagram with photos using InVideo’s online editor?

Let’s dive right in!

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How to make a Reel on Instagram with photos

Here’s a step-by-step guide to show you how to create Instagram Reels with photos using the app:

Step 1: Open the Instagram app and click on the plus (+) button on the top right corner on the home screen and select the Reels option.

Alternatively, you can also open the Instagram stories camera and choose the Reels tab to create Reels.

Step 2: Next, click the Audio button on the left-hand side panel to choose audio from Instagram’s library. The top trending audios will be displayed at the very beginning and you can also search for specific audio using the search bar.

You can also drag the slider to choose the section of the track you want for your video.

If you’re using the original audio from your video, Instagram will attribute it to you when you post the Reel. Alternatively, you can also add audio from another reel by tapping the Use Audio option.

Step 3: Next, you can set the duration of your video. Tap the Length button on the left side panel and depending on your account, you can create 15, 30 and 60 second Reels.

If you want a video shorter than 15 seconds, tap the Clock icon and use the slider to set the duration.

Step 4: You can also choose from a variety of effects and record your video with various filters. To choose an effect, click the Effects button (Stars symbol) on the left side panel, and choose an effect that best suits your video. For example, we're using the Golden Glitter effect in the GIF below.

Step 5: If you want to record your videos hands-free, you can set a timer by clicking on the Timer button and you can choose between 3 and 10 seconds.

Step 6: Now it’s time to add your photos. You can tap the plus (+) button on the bottom left and select a picture. Next, drag the slider to increase or decrease the photo’s duration.

Then, tap the Add option to add more pictures to your slideshow. Instagram allows you to add up to 10 pictures to your slideshow.

Once you’ve added all the pictures, tap the Preview button to check your slideshow video.

Step 7: You can now add text, stickers and other effects to your video. You’ll find all these options on the top panel of Instagram’s editor. You can also change the text style and colour to match your brand’s style.

If you want to change the duration of the text, tap it and drag the slider on the bottom to where you want it to be visible.

To add a GIF to your slideshow video, tap the Sticker icon, search for a relevant one using the search bar, and tap to add it to your video.

Step 8: Once you’re satisfied with your Reel, click Next to share the Reel. Don’t forget to add a cover image, caption, and hashtags before you hit Share.

Now, while the Instagram app allows you to create and post Reels, it has a number of glitches and limitations that prevent you from making cool edits to your video.

Instagram’s editor lags and crashes quite often and it doesn't have options for motion graphics or complicated layouts for specific trends, such as the Vogue challenge and the 3D picture trend. Moreover, you can’t add transitions between your images or control the duration of the animated text.

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2. How to make a Reel on Instagram with photos using InVideo’s Online Editor?

InVideo’s online editor is a great tool for making Instagram Reels using just pictures. Here’s a step-by-step guide that you can follow:

Step 1: Log in or sign up for a free account on InVideo.

Next, find a suitable template from the 5000+ templates available on InVideo, which also includes many trending Instagram Reel templates. Simply click on the Pre-made templates option, select the 9:16 aspect ratio and then search for templates using keywords like ‘BTS’, ‘real estate’ or ‘testimonials’.

Once you’ve found the perfect template, click the Use This Template button to open the video editor.

Alternatively, if you want to create your own Reel from scratch, choose the Blank Canvas option, select 9:16 as the aspect ratio and click the Make a Video button.

For the purpose of this guide, we’ll use the Blank Canvas option to create an Instagram Reel with photos.

Step 2: You’ll be redirected to the editor. Here, click the Uploads tab on the left-hand side panel and select the images you’d like to add to your slideshow from your desktop.

If you don’t have images of your own, you can find high-resolution images from InVideo’s stock library. Click the Images tab on the left panel and use the search bar to find relevant images.

Step 3: Then, drag and drop the images into your video from the Uploads and Images tab to add them to the scene. You can also adjust the duration of the scene by clicking the Advanced timeline button and using the slider.

To add more images to your Reel, click on the +Scene button on the timeline and repeat the above step.

Step 4: Next, you can add, edit or delete the text in the video by clicking the text box.

Step 5: Most templates come with a default music track but if you don’t like it, you can choose another track from the music library to change it. Start by deleting the existing music track by clicking on delete.

To add a new music track go to the Music tab on the left menu panel and choose a song based on mood or genre. Once you find the song of your choosing, simply click on the plus sign next to it to add it to the timeline.

Pro-tip: As for music and audio, it’s better to add trending audio using Instagram's music as the algorithm will recognize the song and give your video better traction and reach.

Step 6: Once you’re done with your edits, click on the Download & Share button on the top right of your screen and then click the Export button after you have chosen the resolution of your video.

Summing Up -

The runaway success of Instagram Reels has proved that short-form video content is here to stay. Right from independent creators to the world’s biggest brands, the popularity of this new Instagram feature has transcended across boundaries. In fact, we at InVideo have seen a five-fold increase in reach with Reels on our own Instagram channel.

We’ve already seen in this article how how easy it is to create epic Reels with just pictures in less than five minutes. While Instagram’s editor does the job, InVideo helps you create professional-looking Reels in a shorter time, even if you’ve never edited a video before!

If you want to leverage Instagram Reels for your business, check out these 40+ Instagram Reel ideas (with ready-to-use templates) for your business. You will also be interested to read this blog in which we talk about how to go viral with Instagram Reels with a process that worked for our very own business.

Lastly, if you prefer learning via videos, you should definitely check out our YouTube channel where we share video editing tips, the latest video trends and ideas, and help you make more money as a video creator.

Written by Mrignayni and edited by Sarika Nerurkar

A Step-by-Step Guide: Create Photos and Videos to Captivate your Audience on Instagram

(Update on November 14, 2021 at 9:00AM PT: This blog post was published in 2019. For up-to-date information about using video on Instagram, please visit our video solutions page.)

Read this guide for creative tips to enhance your photos and videos, as well as creative tools you can use to create content on Instagram.

Step 1: Get creative with these 8 post ideas

Instagram is where you can showcase your business' personality. By sharing photos and videos, you can invite your audience to learn more about your business. Let’s look at the 8 ideas below to create different types of photos and videos.

Learn more about how to take photos and videos with your Camera here.

Show the behind-the-scenes of your business.

Provide a tour of your workplace, spotlight a team member, or show the process of creating your product or service.

Announce new products or services.

Share a new product or product feature to create a buzz, or record yourself unboxing your own product. In the example above, @JARSbydani created buzz by sharing the new flavors she was working on prior to launching. (Update on October 29, 2021 at 11:00AM PT: "@jars_by_dani" is now "@JARSbydani" throughout this post.)

Make tutorials.

Show people the different ways they can use your products and services, whether through your captions or in a video.

Celebrate holidays.

You can post about mainstream holidays or think about smaller holidays. For example, if you run a donut shop, mark your calendar to create a special post for National Donut Day. Look at this photo @JARSbydani created for Valentine’s Day.

Share events.

If your business hosts events, invite your audience to post photos and videos before, during and after your event. Create a collection of your favorite moments by posting multiple photos or videos to tell the story of the night. Learn more about posting multiple photos or videos.

Get customer testimonials.

Ask customers for photos and videos with your products or services that you can share. You can even interview your trusted customers as they use them. Imagine a baker taking a video of a customer taking their first bite or a hair stylist filming a client during a cut.

Post other marketing materials.

Think about other photos and videos you’ve created for your marketing, like posters or creative for your website, that you can share.

Whatever posts you decide to create, don’t be afraid to experiment with different types of posts and ask for your followers’ feedback on what they enjoy the most.

Step 2: Add polish using these 4 photography techniques

Make your shots more balanced with the rule of thirds.

Look at the elements that are the most important in your shot. Then place the subject of the photo at the intersection points of the grid lines, which divides the photo into thirds.

Use space to spotlight your subject.

If you want to highlight the subject of your shot, add space around the subject to make it stand out. For instance, take a look at how @JARSbydani highlights their products against the table.

Use leading lines in photos.

People’s eyes follow lines in your photos. Create photos where the lines draw the eye to the subject you want to highlight, like this photo where @JARSbydani used the spoons to lead your eyes to her jars.

Experiment with light at different times of day.

Capture the soft light at sunset or create stark shadows at midday with harsh light. Take a look at how @JARSbydani captured her shot. You can also take night-time photos with neon lights or a colorful filter help set a mood and contrast your photos.

Step 3: Get the look you want with these 5 editing techniques

Taking the perfect photo or video when you’re crunched for time running your business can be hard. Use the 5 editing techniques below to enhance your photos after you’ve shot them.

Learn about specific creative effects you can use for your photos and videos here.

Crop to get your ideal image.

Play around with different zoom levels and angles for your shots. You can also share the same shot multiple times by cropping it differently each time. For instance, see how @JARSbydani has cropped her photo to zoom in just on her spoon.

Use Lux and enhance.

When you’re editing your photos, try tapping Lux, the magic wand on the top of your screen that appears when you take a photo using your in-app camera. Using Lux, you can immediately enhance your photos and videos by lightening shadows, darkening highlights and increasing contrast.

Use different filters for different moods.

Overlay the filters on your photos and think about the mood they convey—like Amaro if you want a vintage feel or Moon if you want classic black and white look.

Make your colors pop.

Experiment with tools like contrast and saturation to increase the intensity of your colors. Show off bold colors in your photos if that’s the look you’re going for, or tone it down if you’re going for a more muted look. For instance, see how @JARSbydani’s post with her rainbow cake really pops here.

Make your subject the center of attention.

If the subject of your photo is set in the center, add a vignette to darken your photo’s edges to direct people’s attention to it. Or, if you want to blur your background to focus on the subject in your foreground, try blurring it using Tilt Shift.

Step 4: 6 tips to make your videos look more professional

Create high-quality videos with these 6 tips.

Learn more about how to post videos on your feed here.

Make the right first impression.

Select a video cover that captures the essence of your video. Look at the bottom of the app after you shoot your video using the in-app camera. You’ll have the option to choose your cover, trim the video and add a filter.

Grab people’s attention in the first 5 seconds.

Show interesting visuals or share the most important points in your video upfront.

Keep your shots in focus.

Tap on your screen on the object you want to focus on when you’re recording. Keeping your shots in focus when filming a subject can make them look more professional.

Use Instagram’s creative tools to make engaging videos.

Hyperlapse helps you create time-lapse videos. Boomerang helps you create a mini video that loops back and forth.

Stabilize the shot for a polished look.

You can lean your phone against a wall or even get a tripod specifically for your phone.

Prep your people.

Make a list of talking points or a pre-written set of questions to get employees or partners ready to answer official questions about your business.

How to make Reels from Instagram photos: adding multiple photos

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Maria, Instagram setup expert

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up to 10 shots. It is not necessary to post only video format to a social network: you need to select audio and pictures.

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Rils formats on Instagram: description
Make a selection for reels from photo
- Appendix Capcut
- Online services for video
Download the clip from the pictures on Instagram
Music Putting in the photo for Reels

Formats RILS in Instagram: Description

Rils has three types of clip durations and four recording formats:

standard clip creation/publish from Gallery;
make a video response to someone else's comment;
make photo slideshows.

The last option is suitable for recording clips without third-party applications, but with a photo selection.

In order to place an entry in Reels, the extension must be MP4 or AVI. If you create through a third-party application, then this fact should be taken into account. When uploading a photo or creating a clip on Instagram itself, the format is set automatically.

Compilation for Rils from photo

The user can make video Reels from photos if he goes to the clip recording and selects the photo in the Gallery instead of the video format. Pictures must be prepared in advance, because the mode does not involve taking a photo.

How to make a selection:

Go to Instagram - click on the top icon: "+".
Select: "Video Reels" - go to the selection of files from the Gallery.
Click on the first photo - select up to ten photos.
An inscription will appear: "Video processing" - below the list of audio tracks. nine0020
Select one suitable - go to the editing menu.
Next - fill in the description and publish.

User can select up to ten pictures in total. Submissions may include short videos, but the total length must not exceed one minute (60 seconds).

CapCut application

To work with photo collections, you can use the CapCut application, which is actively used for processing Reels. It supports not only the processing of ready-made video materials, but also the creation of new ones, based on pictures and with the addition of an audio track. nine0003

Create a slideshow using the application:

Go to the Play Market - download and install CapCut.
Open - select: "New project".
At the top of the screen, select: "Photos" - specify up to ten pictures.
They will appear on the video track - below: "Select Audio".
Select and add musical accompaniment - click on the top: "Share" or "Download to device".

The advantage of the application is that you can connect to your TikTok account and get songs from there. Or simply use the list of popular melodies. nine0003

Online video services

In Reels, photos with music can be created using the Clideo service, which supports uploading photos and sounds.

Make a slideshow:

Enter the Clideo service - select the function below: "Slideshow".
Add files - select a photo from your computer.
A window will appear with editing the order of pictures - on the right, at the bottom of the menu: "Add audio".
Select an mp3 file on the computer - insert it into the video. nine0020
Press the button: "Export" - get the file on the device.

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To select several photos at once on a PC, you need to hold down the CTRL button and select the required number with the mouse. Some formats may not be supported: a notification will appear at the top stating an error.

At the first stage, the user can select only photographs and, already proceeding to editing, select an audio file. nine0003

Upload a clip from Instagram photos to Reels

After a user has made a video in Reels from several photos, he can publish it on a social network.

When adding such a video, you must comply with the following requirements:

MP4 or AVI clip format;
file size no more than 1 GB;
the used audio track is either taken from Instagram or recorded as an original track.

For added tracks, you can use the additional menu and rename to the original name. So the author will avoid violations and removal of the clip due to copyright. nine0003

How to add to a social network:

Go to Instagram - click on the top: "+".
Upload video to Reels - select the created clip from the Gallery.
Publish.

To use the same photos that are in the profile, the author needs to download them first or use the originals that are left in the Smartphone Gallery.

Add Music to Photos for Reels

There are 4 ways to add music to photos in Reels:

use the standard collection provided in the section;
own music, if you record a clip using a third-party application;
voice acting. Record a track in the background;
use stock tracks from editing applications.

For example, if you create slideshows in Canva, there is a selection of free music without copyright.

To record voiceovers in Reels:

Go to creating a video using photos. nine0020
Add desired pictures - go to the preview menu.
An icon in the form of a microphone will appear on top - record voice acting.

This can be a speech by the author or a piece of music played on another device. But with the latter, a copyright problem may arise: the clip can be blocked for using music without specifying the AP.

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InstaVideo: How to quickly create a beautiful video for Instagram* on iOS

Have you ever wondered what you use Instagram* for? Everyone has their own goal: someone boasts about what a great shot with protruding lips turned out in the mirror of the toilet, someone - a photo of food from a restaurant, but someone just shares interesting photos taken during the trip with friends. With the advent of the ability to add videos, as in Vine, short videos of various quality and performance began to appear on the popular social network, however, the photo-oriented service still prevails over video content. The InstaVideo application is designed to correct this situation, which allows you to create a video from a set of your photos. nine0189

How the app works is very simple: you select a few photos, add music, text and effects, and then save the video to add to Instagram*. Sounds promising, right? Let's also try to make our own little video.

After opening the application, we are given a choice of several options for preparing a video: creating a slide show, video collage and a new recording from the camera. Editing and splitting videos - for processing ready-made videos. nine0003

To create an effective slide show, select the appropriate menu item. From the iOS gallery, add several photos (up to 15 pieces) that will be displayed in it. After that, a preview of your video will be available to you. Now we need to add music to our video. To do this, there are three buttons with which you can select a musical composition from your library, set the playback start time, or ask InstaVideo to select a random track.

In the advanced settings, you can specify what video you want to make for Instagram*, then it will be optimized to 15 seconds. In addition, you can set "Photo Zoom" so that each photo in the slideshow has a slight zoom effect - this will make your video more "alive" than a simple series of photos following one another. It is also possible to adjust the effects, the transition from one photo to another. There are 10 different transitions available, including a random transition from frame to frame. The set itself does not stand out with anything special, but leaving the default "random" - the end result will be more interesting in any case. nine0003

After all the preparations and settings, the final touch remains: adding text to your video. You can choose not to write anything or choose one of eleven text templates that will be displayed at the beginning of the video. The templates themselves are quite common, but overall not bad.

That's it, the video is ready and now we can either save it on our device for later adding to Instagram* or share it via iMessage, AirDrop or email.

Creating a video collage works in the same way: select photos or videos (up to 8 pieces), adjust their location on the screen, add music if desired and save. Everything is extremely simple and fast.

Given that the application is absolutely free, it will definitely find its fans. Together with ease of use and fairly fast video processing, it can become a kind of simplified analogue of iMove for iOS for those who do not want to get into the intricacies of video processing, but simply share with friends a nice video made in a few minutes right on their smartphone. nine0189 Here's what I came up with from a few photos, a music track, and InstaVideo:

Do you think that in the future, video processing software for mobile devices will be able to replace full-fledged products used on desktop operating systems? Share your opinion in the comments!

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