Introducing Instagram Notes, a feature that allows you to share short updates at the top of your friends’ and mutual followers’ Instagram inboxes. Similar to Stories, these notes disappear after 24 hours, offering a quick and temporary way to connect with your audience. Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to use Instagram Notes:
What Are Instagram Notes?
Instagram Notes are brief updates visible at the top of a user’s inbox, featuring text, emojis, or even video and music. Unlike Stories, Notes are shorter and have a distinct section in the app. They are exclusively shared with mutual followers or those on your Close Friends list.
How to Get Instagram Notes
Ensure your Instagram app is up-to-date, as the Notes feature rolled out in 2022. Note that this feature is exclusively available on the Instagram mobile app, not on the website.
How to Create a Note on Instagram
- Open Instagram and navigate to your message inbox using the paper plane icon.
- Spot the caption box on your profile picture at the top with the text “Note…”; tap on it.
- Enter your update in the text box. For video notes, click on the camera icon; for added flair, select the music note icon.
- Choose your audience: Followers you follow back or Close friends. Tap Done.
- Once ready, tap Share at the top, and your status will display alongside notes from mutual followers.
The process is straightforward, but ensure you share only with a trusted audience. Replies to your Note will appear as direct messages in your inbox.
How to Delete or Change an Instagram Note
Made a mistake? No worries. If you need to delete a Note, tap on your profile picture in the inbox and select Delete Note. Alternatively, add a new note using the “Leave a New Note” option to replace the old one, and it will expire after 24 hours.
Now you’re equipped to share Instagram Notes – remember to use them wisely and share with care, as your notes will only be visible to mutual followers or friends who check their Instagram inboxes.
