How to Schedule Instagram Posts and Reels Using the Official App

ByJim Miller

Have you ever wanted to schedule your Instagram posts and reels directly from the Instagram app itself, without relying on third-party apps or web browsers? Well, you're in luck! In this article, we will show you how to schedule posts and reels using the official Instagram app, completely free of charge. No more paywalls or complicated processes. Let's get started!

Schedule a Post on the Instagram App

Scheduling a post on Instagram is now easier than ever. Here's a step-by-step guide to help you out:

  1. Open the Instagram app on your smartphone.
  2. Tap on the “+” button to create a new post.
  3. Select an image and tap “Next”.
  4. Write your captions and tag people if needed, then tap on “Advanced Settings”.
  5. Toggle on the “Schedule this post” option.
  6. Choose a date and time for your post and tap “Set time”.
  7. Tap the back button to go back to your post.
  8. Finally, tap “Schedule” to schedule your post for the selected date and time.

Schedule a Reel on the Instagram App

Scheduling a reel on Instagram is just as simple as scheduling a post. Follow these steps:

  1. Open the Instagram app on your smartphone.
  2. Tap on the “+” button to create a new reel.
  3. Select a video and tap “Next”.
  4. Add music and filters if desired, then tap “Next”.
  5. Write your captions and tag people, then tap on “Advanced Settings”.
  6. Toggle on the “Schedule this reel” option.
  7. Choose a date and time for your reel and tap “Set time”.
  8. Tap the back button to go back to your reel.
  9. Finally, tap “Schedule” to schedule your reel for the chosen date and time.

An Alternate Way to Schedule on Instagram

If you prefer an alternative method to schedule your posts and reels on Instagram, here's what you can do:

  1. Open the Instagram app and go to your profile.
  2. Tap on the hamburger menu.
  3. Select “Scheduled content”.
  4. Tap “Schedule now” to begin.
  5. Choose an image or video and tap “Next”. Follow steps 4 onwards from the previous sections to complete the scheduling process.

View All Your Scheduled Content on Instagram

Once you've scheduled your posts and reels, you may want to keep track of them. Here's how you can view all your scheduled content on the Instagram app:

  1. Open the Instagram app and go to your profile.
  2. Tap on the hamburger menu.
  3. Select “Scheduled content” to see all your scheduled posts and reels.

Reschedule Scheduled Content on Instagram

If you need to change the date and time of a scheduled post or reel, you can easily reschedule it using the Instagram app. Just follow these steps:

  1. Go to the “Scheduled content” page as mentioned earlier.
  2. Tap on the scheduled post or reel you want to reschedule.
  3. Tap on the kebab menu (three dots).
  4. Select “Reschedule”.
  5. Choose a new date and time.
  6. Tap “Set time” to confirm the new schedule.

Edit Scheduled Content on Instagram

You can also edit the details of your scheduled posts and reels on Instagram. Here's how:

  1. Go to the “Scheduled content” page.
  2. Tap on the scheduled content you want to edit.
  3. Tap on the kebab menu (three dots).
  4. Select “Edit post” or “Edit reel”.
  5. Make the necessary changes.
  6. Tap “Done” to save the updated details.

Share Scheduled Content Earlier on Instagram

If you want to publish your scheduled content before the chosen date and time, Instagram allows you to do so. Follow these steps:

  1. Go to the “Scheduled content” page.
  2. Tap on the scheduled post or reel.
  3. Tap on the kebab menu (three dots).
  4. Select “Share now” to share the content immediately.

Delete Scheduled Content on Instagram

Lastly, if you decide that you no longer want to go ahead with a scheduled post or reel, you can delete it. Here's how:

  1. Go to the “Scheduled content” page.
  2. Tap on the scheduled content you want to delete.
  3. Tap on the kebab menu (three dots).
  4. Select “Delete”.
  5. Confirm the deletion by tapping “Delete” again.

Instagram Consistency Made Easy

Scheduling your posts and reels directly through the Instagram app can save you a lot of time and effort. By planning and scheduling your content, you can maintain consistency on your Instagram feed without relying on third-party apps or laptops. So go ahead, give it a try, and enjoy the benefits of a well-planned Instagram strategy.

Remember, these scheduling features are currently available for creator and business accounts only. If you don't have access to them yet, try updating your app or consider switching to a creator or business account. Stay consistent, stay creative, and watch your Instagram presence grow!