Yes, it is possible to change the picture on a Facebook post after it has been published. There are a couple different ways to do this depending on if you posted from desktop or mobile and whether you want to change the picture on an individual post or for all of your posts.
Changing Picture on Individual Facebook Post
If you want to change the picture on a single Facebook post that you have already published, follow these steps:
- Go to your Facebook profile page and click on the post you want to edit.
- Hover over the post and click on the three dots that appear in the upper right corner.
- Select “Edit Post” from the dropdown menu.
- This will open an edit window where you can change the text, add a location, tag people, or replace the photo or video.
- To change the picture, click on the “Change Photo/Video” button.
- Select a new photo or video from your computer or Facebook albums.
- Crop or edit the new photo if desired.
- Click “Save” when you are done.
The updated post with the new picture will now appear on your profile and in your friends’ feeds. The original picture will no longer be visible.
Changing Picture from Desktop
If you originally posted from a desktop computer and want to change the picture, the process is very similar:
- Go to your post on your timeline.
- Click on the dropdown arrow in the upper right corner.
- Select “Edit Post.”
- Click “Change Photo/Video.”
- Choose a new photo and edit it if desired.
- Click “Save.”
Changing Picture from Mobile App
To edit a post and change the picture from the Facebook mobile app:
- Go to your post in your feed.
- Tap on the three dots in the upper right corner.
- Select “Edit Post.”
- Tap on the camera icon to change the photo.
- Choose a new photo and edit it if desired.
- Tap “Done” to save the changes.
Changing Profile Picture on All Posts
If you want to change the profile picture that appears on all of your Facebook posts, you will need to update your Facebook profile picture:
- Go to your profile.
- Click on your profile picture in the upper left.
- Select “Update Profile Picture” from the dropdown menu.
- Choose a new profile photo.
- Crop and edit the photo if desired.
- Click “Save.”
Once your new profile picture is saved, it will automatically update on all current and future posts where your profile picture appears.
Additional Options
Here are some additional options for changing the picture on Facebook posts:
- You can delete the post entirely and re-share it with a new photo.
- You can change the visibility of a post from public to only show to certain friends if you no longer want everyone to see the photo.
- You can tag or untag people in the post when you edit it.
- You can change the date shown on the post by backdating it when editing.
Tips for Changing Facebook Post Picture
Here are some tips to keep in mind when changing the picture on a Facebook post:
- Change the picture sooner rather than later if needed. The further a post goes down your feed, the fewer people will notice the new picture.
- Consider your audience and if the new picture has a different tone or message than the original.
- Double check that any tagged people are okay with the new photo being shared.
- For major picture changes, consider deleting and reposting as a new post so it goes back to the top of your feed.
- Use high-quality photos for the best results on mobile and desktop.
- Keep your profile picture updated so all posts have the right photo over time.
Reasons to Change Your Facebook Post Picture
Here are some common reasons you may want to change the picture on a Facebook post:
- You made a mistake in the original photo you chose to share.
- You have a better quality or more relevant photo to use.
- Something in the background of the photo is undesirable or distracting.
- You want to retake the photo with improved lighting or framing.
- You initially shared the post without a photo and want to add one now.
- The photo accidentally included something confidential or inappropriate.
- You want to update your profile photo that appears in posts.
- The original post photo does not match the story or content well.
- You want to feature something different in the visual aspect of your post.
Troubleshooting Issues with Changing Photo
If you are having trouble changing the photo on a Facebook post, here are some troubleshooting tips:
- Make sure you are using the latest version of the Facebook app if editing from mobile.
- Double check that you have permission to change the post if it was originally shared by someone else.
- Try compressing your new photo file if the file size is very large.
- Crop and resize your new photo to meet Facebook’s dimensions for profile and cover photos.
- Clear your browser cache and cookies if having issues editing from desktop.
- Make sure your internet connection is stable when trying to save the changes.
- Try editing from a different device if one device has difficulties.
In some rare cases, you may need to delete and repost the post entirely to change the picture if editing is not working properly. But in most cases, the edit option should allow you to seamlessly swap in a new photo.
Conclusion
Changing the picture on a Facebook post is easy to do, whether you are on desktop or the mobile app. With just a few clicks, you can edit any post and upload a new photo to replace the existing one. This allows you to keep your posts up-to-date with the best visual content. Just be aware of your audience and timing when swapping photos, especially if the new photo conveys a very different message or mood. With the proper use of the edit tool, you can keep all your Facebook posts fresh and engaging.