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Instagram May Let Users Post Hour-Long Videos
Instagram is reportedly preparing to launch a feature that will allow users to publish long-form video content.
Instagram Lets Users Re-Share Posts in Stories
Instagram recently rolled out the ability for users to re-share posts from other accounts in their Instagram Stories.
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Instagram Lets Users ‘Mute’ Other Accounts
Instagram is introducing a way for users to hide posts and stories in their feed without actually unfollowing other accounts.
A Hidden Instagram Feature Shows Users Time Spent in the App
Instagram is testing a hidden “Usage Insights” feature, which shows users how much time they spend in the app.
Instagram’s New Emoji Sliders Can Gauge Your Audience’s Opinion on Topics
Instagram has a new feature that lets users give opinions on various topics by moving an emoji along a scale.
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Instagram to Automatically Filter Threatening Comments
Instagram is expanding its offensive comment filter, introduced last year, to include comments aimed at bullying others.
Instagram is Testing Slo-Mo Videos, a Mute Button, More
Instagram appears to be testing several new features, which have been uncovered by digging through the app’s code.
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Instagram Lets Users Upload Multiple Photos and Videos to Stories
Instagram rolled out an update allowing users to upload multiple photos and videos to their stories at the same time.
Instagram Lets Users Export Everything They’ve Shared
Instagram now has a tool that will users download a copy of everything they’ve shared to the network.
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Instagram Makes it Easy to Follow People by Scanning ‘Nametags’
Instagram is reportedly in the process of rolling out a new feature which is similar to Snapchat’s QR codes.
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Instagram to Let Users Save Their Data
Instagram is in the process of building a tool that will allow users to export their data.
Instagram Has a New ‘Focus’ Mode for Sharper Selfies and Portraits
Instagram has a new portrait effect that can be added to photos and videos in stories.
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Third-party Instagram Apps Are Broken as Company Reportedly Limits API Access
Third-party Instagram apps are breaking as multiple outlets report the company is limiting access to API data.
Instagram Brings Back GIFs in Stories
After being removed earlier this month, Instagram has brought back the ability to use GIF stickers in stories.
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Instagram Introduces Full Screen Support for Ads in Stories
Instagram is making it easier for businesses to create full ads that can be used in Stories.
Instagram to Show More Recent Posts First
Instagram is moving away from its algorithmic feed and will start showing newer posts near the top.
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Instagram Adds Support for Hashtags & Profile Links in Bios
Instagram is now letting users insert links to hashtags and other profiles in their bio.
Instagram is Showing Users When a Screenshot of Their Story is Taken
Instagram is now letting users know when someone has taken a screenshot or screen recording of their story.
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Instagram to Feature Carousel Ads in Stories
A new ad unit is coming to Instagram, as advertisers can now feature three pieces of media per stories ad.
Instagram Introduces Type Mode for Text-Based Stories
Instagram continues to build on its popular stories feature with an update geared toward text-only stories.
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Instagram Posts Can Now Be Scheduled in Advance
Instagram is finally introducing a way for users to schedule posts in advance, but there’s a catch.
Instagram Stories Can Now Include GIFs
Instagram is making its stories feature even more animated with a new GIF option.
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5 Ways Instagram Optimization Can Make You Famous
Success on Instagram requires more than random photos, quick filters, a few hashtags, and an emoji or two.
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Instagram’s Superzoom Could be the Next Boomerang
Instagram has a new effect for videos that could end up being one of its best features since the Boomerang.
Instagram Lets Users Add a Friend to Live Broadcasts
Instagram has made it possible for two accounts to broadcast together at the same time.
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Turn Instagram Posts Into Sales With Shopify Integration
Shopify is rolling out its “Shopping on Instagram” feature to thousands more merchants, just in time for the holiday season.
Instagram Stories Can Now Have Interactive Polls
Instagram has added a new feature which will let users ask questions and have their audience vote on the answer.
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5 Strategies That Will Really Grow Your Instagram Audience
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