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How To Put Multiple Pictures On Instagram Story

It is now five years since Instagram Stories was launched. Inspired by Snapchat’s ephemeral content format, Stories gives Instagram users the ability to post photos and videos that disappear in 24 hours. 

Today, it is one of the stickiest features on the Instagram app. It is estimated that nearly half a billion users interact with Instagram Stories every single day. This gives businesses a terrific platform to market their products and be seen.

There are plenty of things one can do with Instagram Stories. You may, for instance, tag your products from within an Instagram Story that your followers can click and buy. You could use stickers to organize a pop quiz, a survey, ask questions, add a countdown timer, display current time, and so on.

Business users can also include a swipe up link on their Story that takes users to their product page.

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But having said that, Instagram Stories can be a little confusing for the first-time user. There are a number of different icons and terms that can be intimidating. 

In this article, I am going to make all this easy for you. You will not only learn how to add multiple photos to Instagram Stories but also learn what these different icons do. 

Let’s get started. 

How To Post An Instagram Story

If you have never used Instagram Stories before, you should know that it’s the section that you see at the very top of the Instagram app.

This is where Stories posted by everyone else you follow get shown.

There are three ways to open the ‘New Post’ window to post your own Instagram Story. 

Option 1: Tap on the + sign at the top left of the Instagram app. 

When you do this, you will launch the ‘New Post’ window from where you may pick ‘Story’ from among the different posting options you see at the bottom of the screen. 

Other posting options you will see here include ‘Post’, Reels’, and ‘Live’. 

Option 2: I showed you where the Stories from all the other people you follow get posted. Here, the first icon you see will be your own profile pic with the text ‘Your Story’ below it. 

Tap on this image and you will end up on the same ‘New Post’ window as earlier. 

Option 3: This is the easiest alternative. While on the homescreen of Instagram, swipe left to reach the ‘New Post’ window.

How To Add Multiple Photos To Instagram Story

Step 1: Once you are on the Instagram “New Post” window, scroll at the options at the bottom of the screen to pick ‘Story’. 

Step 2: Tap on the image you see at the bottom-left of the app screen. 

Step 3: You will now see images from your gallery. Tap on the option on the top-right of the screen. Sometimes, you will also have the text ‘Select Multiple’ displayed here. 

Step 4: You will now be able to pick as many images as you would like from your Gallery. Tap on the ‘Next’ button once you are done. 

Step 5: You are now shown the different stickers you could add to your Story. Swipe up on this screen to view all the different options. 

Once you have added your sticker, tap on the ‘Next’ button to continue. 

Step 6: Instagram will now display a list of your followers you can send the Story to. But if you want to make a public Story, simply tap ‘Share’. Tap on ‘Done’ to publish. 

There you have it. You can now add more than one photo to your Instagram Story.

There are however times when you do not have the photos you want to share on your Gallery. 

What if you want to snap several new photos right from the Instagram app and share them as a Story?

One way to directly add multiple photos to your Instagram Story from a camera is to use the ‘Layout’ option. 

Step 1: Launch the ‘New Post’ window by tapping on the ‘+’ icon at the top of your screen (or any of the other methods described earlier)

Step 2: Tap on the ‘Layout’ icon on the left side of the screen. 

Step 3: Instagram will now provide you with different grid options to choose from. Pick from any of the alternatives by scrolling up or down.

Step 4: You may now capture photos one at a time and they get added into your Instagram Story. 

At present, you may capture up to 6 photos in one layout. 

This is not the only way to post several photos in an Instagram Story though. There are several other ways for users to showcase multiple photos within a Story. 

All these different options can be accessed on the left part of the screen from where you accessed the Layout option. 

[Quick note: Instagram offers the ability to push these sets of options to the right side of the screen. So, depending on your settings, you might be seeing them on the right side]

Boomerang on Instagram

Instagram’s Boomerang feature lets you capture a burst of photos in quick succession and show them in a fun GIF-like format. 

What’s the point? Well, if you are at a racing event, or at a New Year party, you may want to capture a burst of photos and show them in a single Story.  

It’s a little quirky and users seem to love it. 

Multi-Capture on Instagram

This is the classic way to add multiple photos from your camera to your Instagram Story. Once you have launched multi-capture, simply start snapping photos. They get added to your Story in succession. 

Instagram’s Multiple-Capture feature lets you add up to 8 photos at a time. 

Photobooth on Instagram

Photobooth is a feature that is similar to the photobooths you may have used at fairs. When you launch this feature, the app runs a 3-second countdown timer, and then captures four photos one after the other. 

This is a nice feature for users who want to post multiple selfies to their Instagram Story. It may not hold a lot of value for business users on Instagram.

What’s the best way to put multiple photos to your Instagram Story

So, as we have seen there are a number of different ways you can add more than one photo to your Instagram Story. Your choice ultimately depends on what you want to capture, and how you want to showcase it.  

Business users who want to showcase the latest deals may like the traditional option that we described early in this article. However, there are cases where you want to pick other options. For instance, someone at a trade fair may prefer the Boomerang or Multi-Capture option. 

Experiment with these different options and identify what works best under different settings. That’s the best way to maximize the use of Instagram Stories for your business. 

How to Record Screen for Insta Stories (On Your Phone)

Alexandra | May 2, 2018

Joi  from @joiknowshow wrote an amazing blog post about her 10 tricks to make your Insta Stories stand out.

One of them is to record your screen while you’re doing fun things in your Instagram Story like typing, drawing or showing your latest blog post.

This trick needs a blog post of its own because SO many people ask us how to do it.

So here it is:

1. Set up your screen recording feature

The first step is to make sure you have a screen recording feature available on your phone.

iPhone:

  • Go into your phone settings
  • Add “Screen Recording” to your control center

Your control center is the menu that shows up when you swipe up on your phone. This allows you to record whatever you do on your screen.

Android:

  • Download a screen recording app on Google Play

Android: you can follow the instructions in the app you’ve downloaded to start recording your screen. Start your recording and start doing what you need to do (draw, type, show your latest blog post, etc…). Once you are done, stop recording and share the video in your Insta Story.

iPhone: the next steps are for you.

2. Open your Insta Story

Now the fun begins! Follow these steps:

  • Open your Insta Story
  • Select a photo or video you want
  • Choose your color/font, or the drawing tool you want to use
  • Swipe up to turn on your screen recorder, and swipe down to hide the control panel
  • Now your phone is recording a video

Watch this video:

3.

Save your screen recording

Once you’re done typing / drawing:

  • Swipe up
  • Press the recording button to stop the video
  • Your screen recording will be automatically saved in your camera roll

Tips: You might see this control center showing at the end of your video because your screen was still recording until you pressed that button. You have 2 options to avoid seeing the control center at the end of your video:

1. Before you stop the recording, allow the screen to continue recording for a few extra seconds. By allowing the screen recording to be longer than 15 seconds, you will avoid having the control panel show up in your Insta Story (because an Insta Story can’t be more than 15 seconds and Instagram will cut anything that is longer than 15 seconds).

2. If your control center shows in your Insta Story video you can delete it: Open the video in your camera roll and hit the “Edit” button. Trim your video to erase the end part. Press done and save.

You’re ready to share in your Insta Story!

4. Post your screen recording video in your Insta Story

Now open your Instagram app and go to your Insta Story. Swipe up and select your new screen recording video!

That’s it. Have fun!

 

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chips, quick and unusual ways

Do you want your Stories to be really cool and stand out from the competition? Just adding a photo is not so difficult, we will tell you about it. But you can turn stories into a real masterpiece, and our article will help you with this.

Let's figure out what gadgets and chips on Instagram* will help you post several photos at once in the Story and make it attractive to the audience.

And to learn how to plan content for a section, read the article "How to create a content plan for Instagram Stories*". nine0003

How to add a few photos to Instagram Story*

We will tell you in detail how to do it and what additional effects can be added to make your story stand out in the main mass :–)

If you are going to add photos to Instagram Story* in the standard way , we have just prepared detailed instructions. We tell you how to proceed step by step.

Open your Instagram profile*. Click on the blue plus sign on your profile icon (1) and select the photos you want to add to your story (2). nine0003 Remember that you can upload no more than 10 photos or videos to one story

To select multiple images, you need to click on the photo that will be displayed first and hold it down (3). A blue circle with the number 1 will appear in the upper right corner of the photo. Select the rest of the photos without a long press, set the number and order.

If you decide to change the order - just remove the numbers from the photo and put them again, already in the right order

So, we found and chose the ones we wanted. Now it's time to add effects to them. To do this, call up the effects menu by clicking on the stars (3). nine0003 After clicking on the stars, we get to the effects menu

After going to the effects menu, you can select them. Find the effects that best suit your stories by swiping left (6).

We settled on the Iridescent Glitter effect (7). He gave more shine to the garlands on the tree, but this does not mean that he is suitable only for such photos. Experiment and check :–)

You have to choose the effect separately for each photo. After choosing an effect for one photo, you need to click the checkmark in the upper right corner, confirming the choice, and select the next image at the bottom of the menu. For him, also select the effect and move on. nine0003

You can also add a drawing or an inscription made by your own hand to the photo. In addition, you can save to the gallery what you have already done. If you like the caption idea, click on the three dots to the right of the stars and select "drawing" (8).

You can never have too many effects - choose your own effect for each photo, but so that they are in the same style :–)

In the top line of the menu you can choose the tools with which you will draw, and in the bottom line you can choose the color. The thickness of the pencil or brush is set by the vertical slider on the left. nine0003

If the drawing is ready, in our case it is an abbreviated New Year's greeting, click on the checkmark at the top right (9). You will move on and be able to share your completed Story (10).

Drawing is, of course, more difficult than typing. But with your own hand :–)

By the way, if your story is for a narrow circle of people, you can publish it for the Close Friends list or send it in a message to one of your friends personally.

But since we are talking about public stories, feel free to click "done" (11) and wait for our Story to be published. When it is ready and visible to people, a new story will appear on top of your profile (12). nine0003 You can choose to additionally send to individual users by selecting under "where else to share"

The story is ready (13), but it's not over yet.

Stories can be shared as a post or added to the Featured

We can add stories to the Featured. There you can store the most important and interesting Stories, they will be available to your subscribers until you remove them from your profile.

The button for adding to the Topical is located at the bottom of the finished Story (14). We click on it, a tab opens with a plus sign in a circle (15). By clicking on the plus sign, you create a new selection of Actual Stories. Don't forget to give this collection a title so that it will be easier to find later if you have many such collections. nine0003 Click on “Add”, give a name and admire the result

Click “Add” (16), and now our History is saved in a new selection of Actual (17) - we look, admire, remember at any time.

You can start from the other side - click on Topical and add pictures from there

To prepare stories for several days at once, we recommend using the SMMplanner scheduling posting service. With it, you can prepare stories or posts, plan dates and times for them to be published, and take care of other important things or projects. When registering via the link to SMMplanner, you will get free access to all functionality for 2 weeks. A great option to try all the amenities of the service and start saving your time and nerves. nine0003

How to add multiple photos to Instagram Stories* using the camera and the “Collage” function

How to upload multiple photos to Instagram Stories* if you plan to choose from the gallery, you already know from the block above. Now let's see how to post multiple photos to Instagram Story* using the camera.

How to upload multiple photos to Instagram Story* at the same time? Click on the camera and go ahead, take new shots

Click on the plus sign on the profile icon and select the "Camera" tab. You will see a menu with different functions, but we are interested in the "Collage" function (2). nine0003 You will see a frame divided into 4 parts. This means that you can take or select up to 4 photos

By clicking on the "Take photo" button (3), you can also see how many more shots you can take (4).

You can also add different effects and drawings to the collage, following the block above.

If you don't like any of the photos, for example, I don't like the carpet, you can change it to another one by simply clicking on it. When the collage contains the number of photos you need, and they are edited, click on the checkmark in the circle (5). nine0003

Next, click on the arrow in the white circle (6) to go to the "Share" menu.

We send to stories for everyone, only for relatives or a personal message

Click "Share" (7), the system will offer you to share in a message with your subscribers personally - it's all up to you. You can just post stories.

When you're done and you're ready to submit your Story for publication, click the Done button. Your Story is published. We wait. Everything will be ready within a minute. nine0003

By the way, about the "Share" button and how subscribers share your posts. Our blog has an article "Forward" metric in Instagram* Stories statistics: what it is, why and how to track it. In it, we tell you why to track this indicator, what it affects and how to increase it.

Functions for editing photos in stories

So, we have added some photos to stories. And how to make the story look cooler and more interesting for users? We've put together a few tricks you can use to create a poll, add music or hashtags, and more. Each of these techniques in its own way will help increase the activity and involvement of the audience. nine0003

For example, you have already selected the photos you want to publish. It's time to give your story a more interesting look, you can post some question to subscribers - click on the smiley (1) and select the function you are interested in (2).

Just look how many stickers are available for sharing in stories

You can also add a hashtag to get into the search for a potential follower or recommendation. We talk a lot about hashtags and show them on the blog. Many companies ignore them, and in vain. With their help, you can try to increase sales, the number of subscribers or comments. One of the latest articles is “We select hashtags to increase sales on Instagram*”. In it, we tell you which hashtags should be used if you want to increase sales. nine0003

What other features are there for Instagram Stories*? We tell below.

Add music to Story

What is a story without suitable music in 2022?

In the menu under the emoticon, select the "Music" section. In the line "Search for music" (3) enter the name of the song or melody that you would like to use. In our case, this is “A Christmas tree was born in the forest” (4).

Melody added to History. It will play simultaneously with stories.
Learn more about this feature in our article "How to Add Music to Instagram* Stories". It tells in detail how to add high-quality tracks or recordings from a voice recorder. nine0003

Add a hashtag to History

Hashtags are a separate art form

In the menu under the emoticon, select the "#HASHTAG" section. In the input line, enter a keyword or phrase without a hash mark (5). The hashtag #NEWYEAR is the most suitable for our stories (6), but you choose the ones that fit the theme.

You can read more about hashtags and their benefits in stories and posts in our articles:

  • How to use hashtags to promote on Instagram*: examples, opportunities, mistakes
  • Hashtags for recruiting followers: how to choose and use
  • How many hashtags can be put on Instagram* - answer

Ask your audience a question in stories

Ask your audience something and raise activity

In the menu under the emoticon, select the “Poll” section. In the input line, ask your audience a question (7). Our question is about the New Year (8), your question may be the same or different.

We talked more about polls in the idea for the "Polls" story. There, we provided examples of questions to ask the audience and cautions, along with a story about what kind of business such surveys are suitable for. nine0003

What the finished Story looks like with functions applied

Now we can admire the finished Story with interesting features. We just have to publish it.

So, we added everything that came up to the story

Music, question and hashtag added. You can see what it looks like in the picture. Click "Next" (9) and share the Story with subscribers (10).

The story is ready and looks quite good :–)

Let's move on to the feature

Instagram* never ceases to amaze with its updates and new features. Impressive is the “Image Sticker” feature for creating stories from multiple photos. Previously, this option was only available for iOS, but in 2021, Instagram* allowed Android users to use this feature.

We go to the already familiar gallery, but then it's interesting

Choose one photo from the gallery (1) or take a picture. Click on the smiley (2). A menu with functions and tools will open (3). nine0003 On some devices you may have to scroll down a bit to find the sticker you want

Use the Image Sticker feature (4) to create a Story from multiple photos.

Choosing a photo, acting according to the plan

Overlay a photo of a Christmas tree (6) on the selected photo. Snow was used as a background, as we associate it with the New Year.

A photo of a Christmas tree can be turned into a star or another sticker

We make an asterisk from a photo of a Christmas tree (7). Each time you click, the shape of the photo changes. Spread the photo apart with your fingers if you want to resize. We chose 4 photos with different shapes (8).

You can also add text if it's appropriate or necessary for your post.

Add text to your Story by clicking "Aa" to the left of the smiley face. You can change the color, font and size of the text by choosing the settings at the bottom and at the top (9). You can also animate text.

And we share in the standard way with those subscribers with whom we want

Story ready for publication (11 and 12). Click "Share" and enjoy our cool Story.

Even more about the new stickers on Instagram*, we talked in the article "Overview of new stickers on Instagram* 2021 + fresh ideas for use. " There we took a detailed look at all the ideas and stickers that can be used in Instagram Stories in 2022*.

We looked at different ways to upload multiple photos to your Instagram Story*. We talked about unusual effects, shapes and features available for Stories. We’ve broken down the entire publishing process step by step – everything for you and your new creative stories. More information about promotion, development of accounts and business in general - in our blog. Fly in to read :–)

Instagram photo sizes and scales 2021

After years of just one type of image and video orientation, many other formats have been added to Instagram. These features provide excellent opportunities for creating new content; however, navigating through IGTV, stories, videos, and other posts can be difficult.

This guide will help you understand the optimal sizes and scales for different Instagram formats. We hope this helps you and makes things easier. Once you learn the basic rules, you will be able to create high quality content and your social media page will grow faster and more efficiently. nine0003

Instagram Image Basics: Size and Aspect Ratio

Before we get into the technical specifications of Instagram, there are a couple of terms you need to know - size and aspect ratio. Although at first glance they describe the same thing, you need to understand the difference, especially in units of measurement.

Size

Size, also referred to as resolution, refers to how many pixels are contained across the width and height of an image. It is expressed in two numbers; for example: 320px by 1080px. The width is indicated by the first number, and the second is the height. nine0003

Resolution is important when taking and uploading high quality photos and images. If the resolution is high, then it contains more pixels - in other words, more data. Thus, the higher the resolution, the higher the image quality. A pixel-limited screen or platform modifies the source material to fit within the specified dimensions.

Aspect Ratio

The aspect ratio is the ratio between the width and height of an image. This dimension is referred to as x:y. For example, it could be 9:16 where 9 is how wide the picture is and 16 is how tall it is.

The importance of aspect ratio comes down to resizing images without distortion. Some users make the mistake of changing images - they ignore the recommended aspect ratio. As a result, they get strange photos, although this could be easily avoided.

Instagram Image Size: Best Tricks in 2021

Even if you want to post sharp photos, uploading images in high resolution, such as 5400px by 5400px, will not achieve the desired result. On the contrary, it will negatively affect the image quality. Therefore, you should take the time to study and follow the recommended sizes. nine0003

The table below will give you a basic idea of ​​common ratios and sizes for various Instagram photos.

Instagram image format Aspect ratio Size
Avatar 1:1 180 x 180px
Square photo 1:1 1080x1080px
Landscape photo 1.91:1 1080 x 566 px (608 px)
Portrait/vertical photo 4:5 1080x1350px
Carousel posts 1:1 1080x1080px
Stories 9:16 1080x1920px

Instagram avatar size

The avatar is located next to the username and profile header, so you should take it seriously. The requirements for an Instagram avatar for mobile and desktop versions are slightly different, so it’s better to choose larger images so that they fit well under both versions. nine0003

  • Aspect ratio: 1:1
  • Optimal size: between 110 x 110 px and 180 x 180 px
  • Maximum resolution: 180 x 180 px

Note: The rules do not imply that your avatar must be exactly 180x180px when uploaded. Theoretically, you can upload images much larger than this. More importantly, they must be square in order for the system to display them correctly.

Before uploading a photo, crop it into a square shape to see what details will be cut off and what will remain visible. The finished avatar will be in the shape of a circle, so you should check that there are no important elements around the edges of the image. You should also remember that the photo will be very small, so it makes sense to enlarge it a little and crop it. nine0003

Instagram square image size

Square is the original format that all Instagram users are well aware of. It is still the choice of many users, especially when you consider the fact that posts are displayed in this ratio in the profile grid.

  • Aspect ratio: 1:1
  • Optimal size: between 600 x 600 px and 1080 x 1080 px
  • Maximum resolution: 1080 x 1080 px

Note: When you're composing a square photo, it's best to center the main element. Since there is not much working space on the sides, crop the photo so that the focus is in the center.

Another working method is symmetrical composition. Even if it breaks the rule of thirds that everyone in the world of photography talks about, it works great for Instagram. Symmetrical composition creates harmony and a sense of aesthetic satisfaction, balance and proportion. Play with lines, mirroring and patterns. nine0003

Instagram horizontal (landscape) photo size

Landscape photo orientation is not the best choice for most profiles, but some use it to maintain the look of a professional photo. The standard will still be a square, but you can easily change it with the edit button.

  • Aspect ratio: 1.91:1
  • Optimal size: between 600 x 315 px and 1080 x 608 px
  • Maximum resolution: 1080 x 608 px

Note: Most cameras shoot in 16:9 ratio, not 1.91:1. If you don't resize the photos, they will either be loaded with black edges or the sides of the image will be cut off. Black edges are highly undesirable as they change the look of the image and make the tape look inconsistent.

There are several advantages to creating landscape photos or cropping them to this format. This ratio seems more natural to the human eye and conveys a sense of space or panoramic perception. Landscape orientation is great for horizontal or horizontally moving objects. And in conclusion - this format is most suitable for viewing from a computer. nine0003

Instagram vertical (portrait) photo size

Portrait is a favorite format for marketers as it takes up more real estate on users' screens whenever they're not opening the app. While Instagram gives users room to get creative with non-square formats, there are some limitations.

  • Aspect ratio: 4:5
  • Optimal size: between 480 x 600 px and 1080 x 1350 px
  • Maximum size: 1080 x 1350 px

Note: As we mentioned earlier, the reason portrait photos are prioritized is the most common: they fill up almost the entire user's display space. This means that it catches the eye more and gives more chances that the photo will be noticed. In addition, this format literally gives you more physical space to place your brand.

In this case, the rule of thirds comes into play. Vertical lines can be divided into foreground, middle and background. Ideally, it's best to place something eye-catching in all three parts. As a last resort, there should be at least one main focus point. nine0003

Instagram carousel post size

The carousel allows users to upload up to 10 images that match the same aspect ratio. Sometimes it's not easy to align all the photos properly, but it's handy for posting multiple images, close-ups, and other pictures in one post.

  • Aspect ratio: 1:1
  • Optimal size: between 600 x 600 px and 1080 x 1080 px
  • Maximum resolution: 1080 x 1080 px

Note: if you have very high resolution product photos, you should consider uploading these photos in slices in the carousel, ie. you need to enlarge each part of the photo and divide it into parts. In this way, you can showcase the product with all the details, as well as give a general idea of ​​it.

You can also try posting additional items that complement or are part of the set. This way, you won't clutter your feed with multiple posts that might annoy some users. You can even achieve a panoramic effect by posting a layout carousel, where each photo is a suggestion of the previous one. nine0003

Instagram Stories Size

Instagram Stories are very engaging, accessible and easy to follow. Since stories are an effective way to increase reach, engagement, and conversions, you can't afford to upload content in an incomprehensible way.

  • Aspect ratio: 9:16
  • Optimal size: between 600 x 1067 px and 1080 x 1920 px
  • Maximum resolution: 1080 x 1920 px

Note: Instagram provides specific options for different ratios. Photos that do not meet the recommended parameters will not be stretched; instead, the app will add a border around the edges to match the main color scheme of the image. This option allows you to upload even horizontal photos (however, they will be much smaller than vertical ones). nine0003

However, you should still opt for a vertical format in Stories. People use their smartphones vertically, so you don't have to force them to rotate their phones to see the full size image. If you do without using a frame to fill the entire screen, and also rotate the photo vertically, then you will be pleased with the end result.

Instagram video size

If you want to create the perfect Instagram video, then you need to consider platform features. Check out our guide on how to post videos to Instagram and try playing around with different formats. There are many nuances in the publication of videos that are worth getting to know. nine0003

Here is a short table of allowed video formats and their features.

Instagram video format Aspect ratio Size
Square video 1:1 1080x1080px
Horizontal video 16:9 1080x608px
Vertical video 4:5 1080x1350px
IGTV 9:16 1080x1350px
Storys 9:16 1080x1920px

Just like with photos, Instagram provides the ability to work with square videos. This format is standard and universal for all kinds of devices. The technical requirements for square videos are almost the same as those for photos.

  • Square video aspect ratio: 1:1
  • Minimum and maximum resolution: 600 x 600 px and 1080 x 1080 px
  • Duration: up to 60 seconds
  • File size: up to 4 GB

Our recommendations for horizontal videos are almost identical to those we gave for photos. The reason why we recommend using a different aspect ratio is that it's too complicated to convert a video to 1.9:1. In addition, most people are used to watching videos in 16:9 format.

  • Aspect ratio for horizontal videos: 16:9
  • Minimum and maximum resolution: 600 x 315 px and 1080 x 608 px
  • Duration: up to 60 seconds
  • File size: up to 4 GB

Vertical video and full screen are not the same thing. If you're filming a clip on your phone, or recording a video on TikTok or Snapchat, then you'll need to resize the video before posting it to your feed.

  • Vertical video aspect ratio: 4:5
  • Minimum and maximum resolution: 600 x 750 px and 1080 x 1350 px
  • Duration: up to 60 seconds
  • File size: up to 4 GB

IGTV is Instagram's first attempt at adding a longer video option. To date, this format has proved to be the most suitable for a more detailed display of any topic without a 60-second limit.

  • IGTV aspect ratio: 9:16
  • Minimum and maximum resolution: 600 x 750 px and 1080 x 1350 px
  • Duration: 15 seconds to 60 minutes
  • File size: up to 5.4 GB

Note: The recommended cover photo size is 420 by 654 px, which corresponds to a ratio of 1:1.55. Try to fit the cover image to the exact size you need because you won't be able to change it later.

Story video is a way to make short vertical videos. Whether you record video directly from the app or upload it from an album, the requirements remain the same.

Learn more