Here’s a cheat sheet for some common actions and features on Instagram:
Basic Actions
- Post a Photo/Video:
- Tap the “+” icon, select a photo/video, add a caption, and share.
- Stories:
- Swipe right or tap your profile picture to add to your Stories.
- Like a Post:
- Double-tap a photo or tap the heart icon under a post.
- Comment on a Post:
- Tap the speech bubble icon and type your comment.
- Share a Post:
- Tap the paper airplane icon to send a post via Direct Message.
Profile Customization
- Profile Picture:
- Upload or change your profile picture.
- Bio:
- Edit your bio to describe yourself or your brand.
- Story Highlights:
- Feature your favorite Stories on your profile.
Instagram Feed
- Explore Page:
- Discover new content based on your interests.
- IGTV:
- Access longer videos and series on Instagram TV.
Direct Messages
- Send a Direct Message:
- Tap the paper airplane icon to send a private message.
- Video Chat:
- Initiate a video chat within Direct Messages.
Engagement
- Follow/Unfollow:
- Follow accounts to see their posts; unfollow to stop following.
- Tagging:
- Tag other users in your posts or comments using @username.
- Instagram Live:
- Go live to interact with your followers in real-time.
Hashtags and Discoverability
- Use Hashtags:
- Include relevant hashtags in your captions for visibility.
- Location Tags:
- Tag your location to increase discoverability.
Advanced Features
- Shopping:
- Tag products in your posts for shopping.
- Reels:
- Create and explore short-form video content.
- Guides:
- Share curated content and recommendations in Guides.
Insights and Analytics
- Instagram Insights:
- Access analytics for your account, posts, and audience.
- Activity Status:
- Enable or disable the activity status feature.
Privacy and Settings
- Private Account:
- Set your account to private for control over followers.
- Mute Accounts:
- Mute accounts to stop seeing their posts in your feed.
Mobile App
- Mobile Uploads:
- Use the Instagram mobile app for on-the-go posting.
- Notifications on Mobile:
- Customize mobile notification settings.
IGTV
- Create IGTV Channel:
- Start your own IGTV channel for longer videos.
- IGTV Video Upload:
- Upload and share longer videos on IGTV.
Instagram Ads
- Instagram Ads Manager:
- Create and manage advertising campaigns.
- Promote Post:
- Boost the visibility of your post with a promotion.
This cheat sheet covers a variety of actions and features on Instagram. Note that Instagram regularly updates its features and interface, so it’s beneficial to explore settings and options for the most current experience.