How to Upload an Instagram Reel From a Computer

You’ll have the option to trim or crop the video before uploading it as a reel.

Here’s how to do just that.

Can You Make an Instagram Reel From a Desktop?

Instagram website on a computer monitor.

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However, there are some limitations.

On the site, enter to your account.

After you’ve logged in, from Instagram’s left sidebar, choose “Create.”

Select “Create” on the left.

You’ll see a “Create New Post” window.

Here, choose “Select From Computer.”

You’ll see your gear’s standard “Open” window.

Select “Select From Computer."

Instagram will now offer the option tocrop your video.

Do so if you’d like, then in the top-right corner, select “Next.”

You’ll arrive on the “Edit” screen.

Choose a video.

Then, in the “Trim” section,cut the parts of your videoif you’d like.

To keep your video’s audio, ensure the “Sound On” option is enabled.

When you’re done configuring those options, in the window’s top-right corner, select “Next.”

Crop the video and select “Next."

When those options are configured, in your screen’s top-right corner, click “Share.”