How to Add Multiple Photos to Your Instagram Story
Instagram Stories are a fun and creative way to share moments with your followers. Whether you’re documenting a vacation, an event, or just your daily life, sometimes one photo isn’t enough. Thankfully, Instagram makes it easy to add multiple photos to your story in a few different ways. Here’s a step-by-step guide to help you do just that.
Method 1: Add Multiple Photos as Separate Story Slides
If you want each photo to appear as its own story slide, follow these steps:
- Open the Instagram App.
- Tap the “+” icon on your profile picture or go to the top-left of the screen and select “Your Story.”
- Tap the gallery icon (bottom-left corner).
- Select the “Select Multiple” option (it looks like stacked squares).
- Tap on each photo you want to add (in the order you want them to appear).
- Tap Next.
- Edit each photo individually with stickers, text, or filters.
- Tap Next again, then choose “Your Story” and hit Share.
This is the most common way to post multiple photos as separate story slides.
Method 2: Add Multiple Photos in One Story Slide (Using Stickers)
Want to create a collage-like story with several photos on one slide? Here’s how:
- Start a new story by swiping right or tapping “Your Story”.
- Take a photo or upload a background image.
- Tap the sticker icon at the top (it looks like a square smiley face).
- Choose the “Photo” sticker (may show as a gallery icon).
- Select a photo from your gallery — it will be added as a small, movable sticker.
- Repeat the process to add more photos.
- Resize, rotate, or arrange the photos however you like.
- Add text, music, or other stickers as desired.
- Tap Your Story to share.
This is great for making creative layouts or mood boards in one story.
Method 3: Use Layout Mode (Built-In Grid)
Instagram also has a built-in layout mode for making grids:
- Open Instagram Stories.
- On the left side of the screen, tap “Layout.”
- Choose your grid style (2, 3, 4+ photos).
- Take a photo or upload one for each section of the grid.
- Once finished, tap the checkmark to confirm.
- Add text, stickers, or filters if desired.
- Share to your story.
This method gives a cleaner, more structured look to your multi-photo story.
Tips for Better Multi-Photo Stories
- Use Consistent Filters or Colors: This creates a cohesive look.
- Tell a Story: Arrange photos to follow a sequence or theme.
- Mix Photo and Video: Add short clips between photos for a dynamic feel.
- Engage Viewers: Use polls, questions, or quizzes to make it interactive.
Final Thoughts
Adding multiple photos to your Instagram Story is a great way to share more content, be creative, and engage your followers. Whether you’re using multiple slides, collages, or layout mode, Instagram gives you the flexibility to craft your story your way.
So go ahead — get creative and show off your favorite moments in style!
