How to Use Instagram Reels
Create short video Reels to share with your Instagram followers and the community.
Steps
- 1
Open the Instagram app
and swipe right from anywhere to open the camera.
- 2
Select Reel at the bottom
of the screen to switch to the Reels camera mode.
- 3
Tap the music note icon
to add audio from the Instagram music library.
- 4
Press and hold the record button
to capture your video in short segments.
- 5
Tap the arrow or Next
to add a caption and share your Reel with followers.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long can an Instagram Reel be?Show
Instagram Reels can be up to 90 seconds long for most accounts.
Can I save a Reel as a draft?Show
Tap the back arrow to save your unfinished Reel as a draft and come back later.
Do Reels show up on my main profile?Show
Your Reels appear in a separate Reels tab on your Instagram profile page.
Can I see who viewed my Reel?Show
Open your Reel and tap the view count to see a list of people who watched it.
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