How to Add a Pretty Frame to Shared Reels in Stories
In the world of social media marketing, branding plays a crucial role in helping small businesses stand out from the crowd. When it comes to Instagram, one popular feature that allows businesses to showcase their creativity and engage with their audience is Reels.
And maybe… you want to share that Reel even further by adding it to your Instagram Stories.
If you want to add an extra touch of branding when sharing your Instagram Reels in Stories, you can easily do so by adding a pretty frame. In this tutorial, we'll guide you through the step-by-step process of adding a beautiful frame to your shared Reels, allowing you to maintain a consistent brand presence and catch your viewers' attention.
VIDEO TUTORIAL: How to Share a Reel to Your Story and Add a Frame With Your Branding
For a visual demonstration of the step-by-step process, check out our video tutorial below:
Why Add a Frame to Shared Reels?
Sharing your Reels in Stories can significantly expand their reach and visibility. By adding a frame to your shared Reels, you can enhance their visual appeal and reinforce your brand identity. A well-designed frame helps your content stand out from the rest, and it creates a cohesive experience for your viewers as they interact with your content across different areas of Instagram.
Branding Elements You Need to Create a Frame
Before diving into the process of designing, it's important to gather your branding assets. These assets typically include your business logo, color palette, fonts, and any other visual elements that represent your brand. Ensure that your logo is available in high resolution, and consider the dimensions and specifications required for Instagram Stories. Having these assets ready will streamline the frame creation process and ensure that your branding is consistent and professional.
Step-by-Step Guide: Adding a Frame to Shared Reels
Here is a quick step by step process on how to create a branded frame for your Instagram Reels you want to share to your Instagram Stories:
Creating the Frame in Canva
Now it is time to dive into creating your Frame in Canva! If you don’t want to start from scratch, we have a “Let’s Be Transparent” Canva Template to help you when designing. (This is the one featured in the video above)
Create a design in a 9:16 ratio (1080x1920 px)
Grab one of the designs from the “Let’s Be Transparent” template pack and add in your branding elements, change the fonts, and colors
Remove the background from your design to prepare it for exporting
Click on the “SHARE” button, select “DOWNLOAD,” change the file type to PNG, and make sure the “Transparent Background” option is selected
Download it on the mobile Canva app directly onto your phone, or if you download on your computer send the design to your phone
Adding Your Branded Frame to A Reel Shared in Stories
Now that you have your frame ready, it's time to share your Reel with the frame in your Instagram Stories. Here's how you can do it:
Open the Instagram app and navigate to the Reel you want to share.
Tap on the "Share" button below the Reel.
Choose the "Add to Your Story" option.
Once the Reel is added to your Story, tap on the sticker icon and select the "Image" option.
Select the PNG image you created and position it around the Reel.
Adjust the appearance, size, or rotation if desired.
Share your Story, and voila! Your Reel now has a pretty frame that reflects your brand.
Additional Tips and Best Practices
Incorporating a pretty frame into your shared Reels in Instagram Stories is an effective way to enhance your branding and captivate your audience. By following the step-by-step guide in this tutorial, you can create beautiful frames that align with your brand's visual identity. A few other things to think about:
Experiment with different frame designs to find what resonates best with your audience.
Consider creating seasonal or promotional frames to add a touch of freshness to your Reels
Regularly update your branding assets to reflect any changes or evolution in your brand identity
Remember, consistency is key in building a strong brand presence, so make sure to maintain a consistent look and feel across all your social media platforms. So, go ahead and add that extra touch of charm to your shared Reels, and let your brand shine on Instagram!
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Manu Muraro is the founder of Your Social Team, an Instagram training membership and template shop that help social media managers and Instagram-savvy small business owners to grow engagement and sales using Instagram and content marketing, without the overwhelm. Born and raised in Brazil, Manu moved to the U.S. in 2000 right out of college to work for Cartoon Network, where she made an award winning career in creative and strategy. In 2021, Manu started Your Template Club, a Canva template subscription service to help social media professionals and Canva-savvy business owners to create content that performs on Instagram, add more Instagram features into their strategy, such as Instagram Lives and Reels, and save time.