In an effort to take onTikTok, Instagram allows its users to add music to theirInstagram Stories. It even offers an entire library of licensed music. Most users currently have access to it (although certain business accounts and types of posts do not, according toInstagram’s support page). Here is how to find Instagram’s music library, plus how to add music to your Instagram Story.
How to add music to your Instagram Story
you may find Instagram’s music library by swiping up from the story you’ve just captured and then selecting the music sticker in Stories.
Step one: Capture a photo or video for your Story
To capture a photo or video to your story, open the latest version of theInstagram app for Android and iPhoneand then follow these steps:
To choose a photo or video from your phone’s gallery or camera roll, swipe up anywhere on the screen. You may see gallery suggestions to help you choose what to share.
Step two: Go to the music sticker
After you capture a photo or video for your story, you can then use creative tools - like music - to edit it before sharing. To add music to your story, you need to find the music sticker first.
If you’re not seeing the music sticker in Stories,make sure your app is updated to the latest version by visiting the App Store or Google Play Store. The music sticker is available to most users.
Step three: Find the music you want to use
If you have access to Instagram’s music sticker, you’re able to then find songs to use in Instagram’s library of licensed music.
Step four: Share your story
When you’ve added music to your photo or video and are ready to share it to your Instagram Stories, simply tap Your Story in the bottom left of the preview screen. You’re done!
Want to know more?
Check out Pocket-lint’s entire separate guide on Instagram Stories:What are Instagram Stories and how do they work?
