How to add more than 10 photos to Instagram post

Instagram lets users add more than 10 photos to a carousel post, expanding the options for sharing multiple pictures in a single post.

On August 8, 2024, Instagram announced the major update to its platform, allowing users to upload up to 20 photos and videos in a single post. This is a notable increase from the previous limit of 10, making it easier for users to share more content in one go.

The update is still rolling out globally, but according to Instagram, this change was made to provide users with more flexibility in expressing themselves and sharing fun moments with their friends.

Now you can add up to 20 pics or videos to a photo dump ✨

That means more space to share your summer highlights 🏖️

— Instagram (@instagram) August 8, 2024

Posting up to 20 photos to Instagram works exactly the same

If you’re already familiar with the multiple photos feature, just make sure your app is updated to the latest version and select up to 20 photos. when putting together your next photo dump.

If your app is up to date but you’re still unable to add more than 10 photos or videos, the feature may not be available in your country yet. Instagram is gradually rolling it out to users worldwide, so it might take a little more time to reach you. Here’s how to do it once you’ve got access:

1. Open the Instagram app on your device.
2. Tap the plus icon (+) at the bottom menu to create a new post.
3. Tap ‘Select Multiple’ or the icon that looks like two stacked images on the right side of the screen.
4. Select up to 20 photos and videos from your gallery. The images you select will have small circles with numbers indicating their order, which you can change later.
5. After choosing your photos, tap ‘Next’ in the upper-right corner. You can rearrange the images by tapping, holding, and dragging them to your desired order.
6. Once you’re satisfied with the order, tap ‘Next’ again. You can now add a caption, hashtags, tag people, add a location, or include a song.
7. Finally, press ‘Share’ to publish your post.

Step 1: Open Instagram and tap the plus icon (+) at the bottom menu

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To start, open the Instagram app and tap the plus icon to create a new post. Make sure your app is updated to the latest version to access this feature.

Step 2: Tap the icon that looks like two stacked images

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Next, press the ‘Select Multiple’ option or the icon that looks like two stacked images on the right side of the screen. When selected, it will turn blue.

Step 3: Select up to 20 photos and press ‘Next’

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You can now choose up to 20 photos and videos from your gallery. Each selection will show a small blue circle with a number, showing its order in the post. You can adjust the order later if needed. When you’re happy with your selections, tap ‘Next’ to proceed.

Step 4: Review your selection

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Review the photos and videos you chose. Rearrange them by tapping, holding, and dragging them into your preferred order. You can also add audio or applying filters to your content. Once everything looks perfect, press ‘Next’ in the bottom-right corner to proceed.

Step 5: Share your post

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Before posting, you’ll have the option to add a caption, hashtags, tag people, set a location, or include a song. Once you’ve made all your adjustments, tap the ‘Share’ button at the bottom to publish your post.

For more tips on using Instagram, you can check out our other guides, including how to link your Instagram account to TikTok and how to make money on Instagram.