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How do you announce a new story on Instagram?
To share a feed post to your story, just tap the paper airplane button below the post, just as you would to send it via Direct. At the top, you’ll now see the option to create a story. Tap it to see the feed post as a sticker with a customized background ready to share to your story.
How do you set the time on an Instagram story?
Once you’re happy with your creation, click the arrow beside the Publish Story button for scheduling options. Click Schedule Story. Then, pick a date and time to post your Story. Once you save the date and time, click Schedule Story, and you’re done!
How do I post a file to Instagram?
How to post on Instagram from a computer
- Go to Instagram’s website in a desktop browser and log in if needed.
- Click the + (plus) symbol at the top of the page to start a post.
- Drag image or video files into the pop-up window that appears, or click Select from computer.
- Your selected image will appear in the window.
How do you get the countdown on Instagram?
How to add a countdown on Instagram
- Open the Instagram app.
- Swipe to the right to add a photo or video to your story.
- Use the capture button to take a photo or video.
- Once your background for the countdown is set, tap the square smiley face icon in the top menu bar.
- Scroll and tap the “Countdown” option.
How do I schedule a story on later?
How to schedule your Instagram Stories
- Open up the Later desktop app.
- Click the Stories button on the top right of your Calendar view.
- Upload your images or videos to the Media Library, and drag your media items (AKA whichever graphics you want to post to your Stories) to the Timeline.
- Click Save.
- It’s publishing time!
How do you post a 3 minute video on Instagram?
How to post a 3-minute video or longer on Instagram
- Open the Instagram app.
- Press the magnifying glass at the bottom of the screen.
- Press the IGTV button at the top-left of the screen.
- Press + at the top-right of the screen.
- Select the video you want to upload.
- Press Next.
What time of day should I post on Instagram?
“Typically, we like to post early in the morning and mid-afternoon. For Instagram, that means we try to post anytime between 8AM-12PM PST, or else 4-5PM PST on weekdays.”
How does countdown work on Instagram?
How does the countdown sticker work on Instagram Stories? With a countdown sticker in your Instagram story, your followers will not only be alerted to an event, they can also share it or choose to be reminded of it.
Can you automatically post Instagram stories?
Instagram’s API doesn’t allow auto-publishing for stories content, so when it’s time to post, you’ll receive a push notification to your mobile device. Your stories will be downloaded to your phone and the caption and links will be copied to your clipboard.
Does Instagram limit video length?
Keep in mind that the maximum video length is 60 seconds. Once you’ve recorded or uploaded a video, you can apply a filter, add a caption and add your location before sharing.