Instagram comes up with new features for Reels creators
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It has made it easier for users to edit their reels on Instagram
(Web Desk) – Instagram has rolled out new features empowering the creators of Reels that will connect them with audience in a better way and help them earn a living.
The social media platform has boosted trends and edition sections besides improving and expanding gifts on Reels. Here are the new features;
Find Out What’s Trending on Reels
Creators are always looking to discover fresh content ideas, so now it has added a dedicated destination for them to be inspired by the latest trends. The users will be able to see the top trending songs on Reels, see how many times the audio has been used, tap in to use it or save the audio for their future use.
“You’ll also be able to see what the top trending topics and hashtags are on Reels to inform your own content,” Instagram said in a blog.
Making It Easier to Edit Reels
It has made it easier for users to edit their reels on Instagram by bringing together video clips, audio, stickers, and text on a unified editing screen. This makes it easier to align and time elements of your reel to the right moments in a more visual way. “Keep an eye out for even more exciting tools to come as we continue to invest in more ways to make editing your reels simpler and easier. This is available globally, across both iOS and Android devices,” it said.
Updates to Reels Insights
Instagram said it is improving Reels insights to help creators better understand how their content is performing. “We’re adding two new metrics: total watch time and average watch time – and making it easier to see your insights while viewing your reels directly.
“We’re also adding a new way to see how your reels are contributing to your growth. You’ll now receive a notification with new followers from your reels.”
Improving and Expanding Gifts on Reels
“Today we’re excited to share our plan to bring gifts to even more creators with upcoming expansions to more markets, including Australia, Canada, France, Mexico, New Zealand and the UK, in the coming weeks.
“We’re also adding a new feature to show you which fans have sent you a gift so you can recognize your supporters. If you tap the heart icon next to your supporters, they’ll get a notification that you’ve seen and recognized their gift, providing an even stronger sense of connection between you and your fans,” reads the blog.
