Videos on Instagram, also known as Reels, are one of the most popular types of content on the platform. But if you’re still relatively new to using videos on Instagram, here’s everything you need to know about creating them and finding your liked videos on the platform.

1How Do You Post Videos on Instagram?

There are two main ways to post videos on Instagram: by uploading an existing video as a Reel or by recording your video using the Instagram app.

If you’re uploading a previously recorded video to Instagram, follow these steps:

If you want to make a new video in the Instagram app, use these steps:

Out of the two methods, I prefer to upload an already edited video to Instagram. Icreate short-form videos using Capcutand then post them to Instagram and other platforms, rather than editing within the Instagram app.

2How Do You Save Instagram Videos?

Saving videos on Instagram is not the same as downloading them. Saving a video either adds it to your Saved posts or saves it to your drafts, depending on whether you’re viewing a video or uploading a video.

To save an Instagram video you are viewing, tap the three dots at the top right of the post and selectSave. To view Saved posts and collections on Instagram, go to your profile, open your settings, and selectSaved.

If you want to save a video draft on Instagram, make sure you’ve applied edits to a clip and press the back button. The app with then ask you if you want to save your draft—tap on theSave draftoption. When you start creating a new post again, you’re able to switch to your Drafts folder to start editing where you left off.

3How Long Can Instagram Videos Be?

Instagram Reels have a maximum time limit of 90 seconds. This is something to keep in mind if you are using multiple platforms to upload your videos. While you’re able to upload a 30-minute video to TikTok (with the app also testing 60-minute videos), you have a much shorter time limit on Instagram.

This is another area where TikTok and Instagram differ. you’re able to’t download Instagram Reels using the app, whereas TikTok lets you download videos with a watermark if you want to share it.

You can use third-party apps to download Instagram videos, but these come with security risks as they are not official apps.

5Can You See Who Viewed Your Instagram Videos?

Unlike seeing who viewed your Instagram Story, you may’t see who viewed your Instagram Reels and videos. The best way to tell if someone has seen your video is if they leave a like on the video.

Even if you have access to the Insights tool for creators, Instagram does not tell you who specifically viewed your video. Rather, it shows you how many views and likes you got on the video.

6How Can You Find Your Liked Videos on Instagram?

If you want to revisit videosyou’ve previously liked on Instagram, you may see your activity history on the app. To see your liked videos, open your profile and select thehamburger menuto access your settings. Next, selectYour activityand on the next page selectLikes.

On this page, you’re able to view a grid of your liked posts. You can also unlike posts if you no longer want them saved in your activity. This is a useful way to find accounts whose content you like but which you may not have followed yet. It can also help you find shop items you have liked before.

Hopefully now all your questions about Instagram videos have been answered and you feel confident sharing and viewing videos on the platform.