To get a video slideshow onto Instagram, based on the provided reference, the process involves creating the video beforehand and then adding it to your Instagram Stories. The reference outlines the steps for adding the saved video to your story.
Here's a breakdown of how to add a pre-made video slideshow to your Instagram Story, according to the reference:
Steps to Add a Video Slideshow to Instagram Stories
After you have created and saved your video slideshow to your device, you can easily share it on Instagram Stories.
- Save the Video: Ensure your slideshow creation is saved as a video file on your phone or device. The reference mentions, "And then we're going to save. Video." This step happens before going to Instagram.
- Open Instagram: Launch the Instagram app on your mobile device.
- Go to Stories: Navigate to the Instagram Stories creation area. This is typically done by swiping right on the home feed or tapping your profile picture in the top left corner. The reference instructs, "Then we're going to open up instagram we're going to click on. Stories."
- Find the Video: Once in the Stories creator, you'll need to access your device's photo and video gallery to find the saved video slideshow. Swipe up or tap the gallery icon (usually a square preview of your most recent photo) in the bottom left. The reference states, "Find the video."
- Add to Story: Select the video slideshow from your gallery. Once selected, you can add any desired effects, text, or stickers using Instagram's editing tools before sharing it. The reference concludes with, "And then we're going to add it to the story."
This process allows you to share a sequence of images or clips compiled into a single video file as an Instagram Story, effectively functioning as a video slide or slideshow within the Stories format.
Keep in mind that the reference specifically details the process of uploading a pre-made video to Stories, not the steps for creating the video slideshow itself, which would be done using separate video editing software or apps before these steps.
| Step | Action | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1. Save Video | Export your slideshow as a video file. | Done outside of the Instagram app. |
| 2. Open Instagram | Launch the Instagram app. | Standard app opening. |
| 3. Go to Stories | Access the Stories camera/creation screen. | Swipe right or tap your story icon. |
| 4. Find Video | Browse your gallery for the video. | Access via gallery icon or swipe up. |
| 5. Add to Story | Select and share the video. | Add edits/stickers before posting. |
Using these steps, you can share your created video slideshow with your audience via Instagram Stories.
