Step 1: Update Your Instagram App
The first thing you need to do is make sure that you have the latest version of the Instagram app installed on your smartphone. Updates often include new features, bug fixes, and performance improvements. To update the app:
- Go to your phone’s app store (App Store for iOS or Google Play Store for Android).
- Search for “Instagram” and tap on the app.
- If an update is available, you will see an “Update” button. Tap on it to download and install the latest version.
Step 2: Film or Import a Longer Video
Now that you have the latest version of Instagram, you can film or import a longer video to share on your profile. Keep in mind that the maximum length for videos on Instagram is 60 seconds. To film or import a longer video:
- Open the Instagram app on your smartphone.
- Tap on the camera icon at the top left corner of your screen.
- Swipe right to switch to the ‘Video’ mode.
- Press and hold the record button to start filming.
- Keep recording until you reach the desired length or import a longer video from your gallery.
Step 3: Use a Third-Party Video Editing App
If your video exceeds the 60-second limit, don’t worry! You can still share it on Instagram by using a third-party video editing app to split it into shorter clips. Here’s how:
- Open the video editing app of your choice (e.g., InShot, iMovie, Adobe Premiere Rush).
- Import the video you want to share on Instagram.
- Trim or split the video into multiple clips that are 60 seconds or less in length.
- Save each clip individually to your camera roll.
Step 4: Post Longer Videos on Instagram
Now that you have your video split into shorter clips, you can easily post them on Instagram. Here’s how:
- Open the Instagram app on your smartphone.
- Tap on the camera icon at the top left corner of your screen.
- Swipe right to switch to the ‘Video’ mode.
- Tap on the gallery icon at the bottom left corner of your screen.
- Select the first clip you want to share from your camera roll.
- Tap on “Next” and add filters, captions, or other effects if desired.
- Tap on “Next” again, add a location or tag people if necessary.
- Finally, tap on “Share” to post your first clip.
- Repeat the process for each subsequent clip.
And there you have it! By following these simple steps, you can now extend the length of videos on Instagram and share longer content with your followers. Give it a try and see the engagement you can achieve!