Instagram has updated the Stories functionality, introducing hidden posts that can be accessed only after a user has contacted them, as well as new stickers and filters for creative dialogue with the audience.
New Features Stories
Secret Stories
Users can now post closed stories where the content is blurred until the follower sends opening request It's a convenient way to encourage interactive interaction, increase engagement and initiate dialogue.
Music sticker
The new feature allows you to add your favorite music tracks to Stories by sharing them with by other users and encouraging them to do the same. This is an extension of the ability to respond to other people's stories with your own posts.
Virtual Polaroids
Thanks to the "Frame" effect, photos turn into Polaroid pictures. Subscribers need to shake their smartphone to see the hidden image.
Custom stickers
The "Snippets" function allows you to create unique stickers from video and photo fragments that can be used in Stories or Reels.
The content recommendation algorithm has also been updated to fight against plagiarism and support the author's publications of small accounts.
Glossary
- Instagram is a popular social network for sharing photos and videos.
- Stories is an Instagram function for publishing content with a time limit.
- Reels is a tool for creating and sharing short vertical videos on Instagram.
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Instagram has announced the launch of a new "Show" feature that allows you to publish hidden stories that are only available by sending a personal message to the author. This gives users more opportunities for creative communication and content sharing.
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Олена
Instagram's new 'Show' feature looks exciting! 🤩 I love the idea of fuzzy private stories that can only be unlocked via private message. This can make communication more interesting and engaging.
Франко
Have you seen the new music stickers? 🎵 Now you can easily share your favorite tracks with Stories. This is a great opportunity for musical exchanges and recommendations!
Андрій
And I like the "Frames" function 📸 Virtual polaroids add a little nostalgia and coziness to Stories. I wonder if it will be popular among users?
Валера
Hmm, all these new features just seem like too much 🙄 Why do you need them, why not leave everything as is? I love simplicity.
Ганна
Don't be so grumpy, Valera! 😆 I think these updates are really cool. They add more creativity and interaction to Stories. Personally, I'm looking forward to creating my own stickers from photos and videos using the Clips feature!
Марко
And what do you think about how Instagram is improving its content recommendation algorithm? 🤔 Hope this helps maintain originality and increase reach for smaller accounts.
Анна
I just hope the new features don't overwhelm Instagram and make it too difficult to use. 😅 But overall these updates seem exciting! Can't wait to try them out.
Джованні
It looks like Instagram continues to move in the right direction by making the platform more engaging and interactive. 👏 I wonder what else they have prepared for us in the future?