Yes, you can now edit an Instagram post, reel, or carousel after it has been shared to add a collaborator. This is a recent feature enhancement by Instagram.
Adding a Collaborator to an Existing Instagram Post
Previously, the option to invite a collaborator was only available during the initial posting process. Thanks to updates, users can now modify shared content to include co-authors. This is particularly useful if you forgot to add someone or if you decide later that a post would benefit from shared visibility.
To add a collaborator to a post, reel, or carousel that you have already shared, follow these straightforward steps:
Step-by-Step Guide to Post-Share Collaboration
Make sure your Instagram app is updated to the latest version to access this feature.
- Go to the specific Post, Reel, or Carousel you wish to edit.
- Tap the three dots (...) located in the upper-right corner of the post.
- From the options menu, tap "Manage".
- In the next menu, tap "Edit".
- On the editing screen, tap "Tag People".
- Tap "Invite Collaborator".
- Search for the user you want to collaborate with and select them.
- Tap "Done" (usually located in the upper-right corner).
Once you tap "Done", the invited collaborator will receive a notification. They must accept the invitation for the collaboration to become active on the post.
Summary of Steps
Here is a quick overview of the process:
| Step | Action |
|---|---|
| 1 | Find the Post/Reel |
| 2 | Tap ... (three dots) |
| 3 | Tap Manage |
| 4 | Tap Edit |
| 5 | Tap Tag People |
| 6 | Tap Invite Collaborator |
| 7 | Search & Select Collaborator |
| 8 | Tap Done |
Following these steps allows you to leverage the collaboration feature even after your content has gone live, extending its reach and visibility through your collaborator's audience.
