Creating a collage on Instagram is a great way to showcase multiple photos in a single post or story. Instagram does not have a built-in collage feature for regular posts, but you can use Instagram Stories’ Layout tool or third-party apps to create a collage before uploading it. Here is how to make a collage on Instagram.
- Using Instagram’s Layout Feature in Stories
Instagram Stories has a built-in collage tool called Layout, allowing you to combine multiple images into a single story frame.
- Open Instagram and tap the + icon to create a story
- Select Story from the options
- Tap the Layout tool (grid icon) on the left side of the screen
- Choose a grid layout that fits the number of photos you want to use
- Tap the camera icon to take photos or tap the gallery icon to select images from your phone
- Arrange the photos in the chosen layout
- Add stickers, text, or filters to enhance your collage
- Tap Your Story to share it with followers
This method is quick and easy, but it only works for Instagram Stories, not feed posts.
- Using Instagram’s Sticker Feature for a Freestyle Collage
For a custom, creative collage, you can manually arrange multiple images in a story using the sticker tool.
- Open Instagram Stories and add a background (a solid color or a photo)
- Tap the Sticker icon at the top of the screen
- Select the Photo Sticker option
- Choose an image from your gallery and place it anywhere on the screen
- Repeat the process to add more images
- Resize and rotate images as needed to create a collage effect
- Once satisfied, tap Your Story to share
This method offers more flexibility since you can place images anywhere without a grid.
- Using Third-Party Apps for Feed Collages
If you want to post a collage to your Instagram feed, you need to use a third-party app like:
- Layout by Instagram – A free app designed for making collages
- Canva – Offers customizable templates and design tools
- PicsArt – Allows creative photo editing and collage-making
- PhotoGrid – Provides various grid styles and customization options
To create a collage with these apps:
- Download and install the app from the App Store or Google Play Store
- Open the app and select the collage/grid option
- Choose the photos you want to include in the collage
- Adjust the layout, borders, and background as desired
- Save the final collage to your phone
- Open Instagram, tap +, and select the collage from your gallery to post
This method is best for Instagram feed posts and offers more design options.
- Using Instagram’s Carousel Feature as an Alternative
If you want to showcase multiple photos but prefer not to use a collage, Instagram’s carousel feature allows you to upload up to 10 images in a single post.
- Tap the + button to create a post
- Select multiple photos by tapping and holding one image
- Choose up to 10 images and arrange them in order
- Edit each photo individually or apply a single filter to all
- Write a caption and tap Share
This option lets your followers swipe through multiple images instead of viewing them in a single frame.
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