If you are a creator of videos, your reels will become different soon and how people watch your reels could improve.
Many creators have complained about Reels because it does not make content creation as easy as TikTok.
Instagram is doing something about it.
Short video app, TikTok is currently facing ban threats in some countries.
Others have even banned the app on devices of government officials amidst security concerns.
However, as TikTok faces these challenges its rival, Instagram Reels seem to be taking advantage of it.
Instagram Reels is a short video feature in the Instagram app that is similar to TikTok.
Due to complaints by creators that Reels platform does not make content creation as easy as TikTok, Instagram is making some updates.
Reels is getting a series of new updates aimed at creators.
The Updates
Meta, the parent company of Instagram, announced the new update today.
Reels will now have a dedicated destination for trending audio and hashtags on Reels.
It will also contain a feature for expanding gifts on Reels to more countries, enhancing Reels editing tools, adding new metrics, and more.
With this latest update, creators will be able to see the top trending songs on the vertical video platform.
Also, they will be able to see how many times the audio has been used and then tap it to use it themselves or save the audio for later.
Furthermore, content creators will also be able to see what the top trending topics and hashtags are on Reels.
The company says the new dedicated section will help creators learn more about what’s currently popular.
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This will help them to better inform their content and ensure they’re staying on top of trends.
In addition, the social network is adding a new feature that will show creators which fans sent them gifts.
When creators tap on a new heart icon next to their supporters, the user will receive a notification that the creator saw and recognized their gift.
The new update also makes it easier for creators to edit their Reels on Instagram.
Another new feature gives creators more insight into how their Reels are contributing to their growth.
According to Meta, creators will now receive a notification when someone starts following them directly from their Reel.
