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In August 2020<\/strong>, Instagram introduced a new feature of reels.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

These reels are all over Instagram now.  The most viewed reel is Samsung\u2019s advertisement <\/strong>by the BTS<\/strong> member, J Hope<\/a> <\/strong>with about 409,400<\/a> <\/strong>likes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

While Instagram is one of the greatest social media platforms, it introduced this new feature due to the rising competition. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This feature was introduced as a direct competitor of TikTok\u2019s short videos. Since TikTok’s future still seems unstable, introducing Instagram reels<\/a><\/strong> is a great move.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Crafting a digital persona <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

To grow its market share, Instagram has the goal of becoming a one-stop application for all social content creators as well as social media users. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It would not be weird to say that it is a platform that one can use to update their personal life and even promote their professional life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Instagram reels<\/strong> are the perfect way of reaching a wider network, boosting your engagement, and becoming a part of the community that manages your interest.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

So today we will discuss a few steps that can help you with making the best reels.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What are Instagram reels?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Reels are short, fun, and entertaining videos. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Their IG<\/strong> video length is about 30 <\/strong>to 85 <\/strong>sec. You can record and edit videos, music, captions, effects, and more on the reels.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even if you do not want to record from scratch, you can use pre-downloaded videos from your phone. There are also a lot of templates that you can easily edit available.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Instagram reels<\/strong> are being used as posts, stories, and even featured on your profile.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To adjust with the scrollable feed, reels get created in an easier format for display. You can find reels on your home feed or the explore page. The second right play-like button on the navigation bar is for reels only.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Since Instagram highly relies on the algorithm, the reels are related to the content that you have an interest in.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is easier for business and Instagram users to use reels as a means of promoting and featuring their products. It can also be used to make announcements and update others in a fun creative manner.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Why do you need to make Instagram reels?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Instagram offers to create amazing quality reels which gives you an advantage of finding your ideal audience and being able to connect with them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Since TikTok is more inclined towards the younger generation Instagram has an upper hand on the users. So, it has taken advantage of catering to the user’s needs by creating reels as a one-stop application.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The reels are so popular that Instagram has converted all of its video formats to reels. Reels also have the advantage of marketing your brand for it to go viral.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Some of the advantages that it offers are: <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7 Increased engagement<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Short videos are more engaging. Users can like, comment, share, and even remix your reels, allowing for a more engaging interaction with your content. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Studies have found that more than 37% <\/strong>of likes<\/a> on the social media app are due to Instagram reels<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Such videos are more likely to catch the attention of the audience as they are quick, easy, and less time-consuming. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

On the other hand, long videos require more time to watch. <\/p>\n\n\n

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\u00b7 Simple and fast content<\/strong><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Since people’s attention span has become shorter than ever. Reels of 30 <\/strong>to 85 <\/strong>sec in length are enough to fulfill the needs of the user without making them bored.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

As they are of shorter video lengths, they are easier to make. Therefore, it lets you make engaging and creative content without a lot of time investment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7 Increased visibility<\/strong><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Instagram reels<\/strong> have the advantage of reaching a larger amount of audience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

As the reels appear on both the user’s feed and explore page, the amount of engagement and interaction with your posts and reels increases. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This increases the chance of you gaining more exposure and followers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

One study also showed that the Instagram accounts of more than 550<\/strong> followers have a reach of more than 800%<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7 Creative approach<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Instagram reels<\/strong> also allow you to showcase your unique personality and brand.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You can also use music, effects, animations, and even trending sounds to make engaging content that resonates with your target audience. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7 Showcase your brand<\/strong><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Businesses can use Instagram reels<\/strong> to make and showcase their brand and services. They can make it as appealing and entertaining as they want to express their brands.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Studies have shown that 80%<\/strong> of the users have interacted with the business and brand after watching the reels.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Difference between an Instagram post and a reel<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

There are quite a few differences between Instagram posts and Instagram reels.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

 Some of these include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n