With social media being such a big part of our lives these days, many people want to share multiple photos in one post or story. Whether you want to share a collection of memories from an event or show off an outfit from different angles, there are a few easy ways to put multiple photos on one Instagram or Facebook story.
Using Layout on Instagram Stories
The simplest way to put multiple photos on an Instagram story is to use the layout feature within the Instagram app. Here’s how to do it:
- Open the Instagram app and swipe left to open the stories camera.
- Take or select your first photo and add any text or stickers you want.
- Tap the square sticker icon at the top of the screen.
- Select a layout template – you can choose from a grid, collage, or stacked layout.
- Tap each empty frame in the layout and select additional photos from your camera roll to fill the frames.
- Customize the look by adding stickers, text, drawings, etc.
- Tap “Your Story” at the bottom to share it.
The number of photos you can include will vary based on the layout you select. You can use up to 6 photos in a grid, 4 in a collage, or 2 stacked vertically or horizontally. Play around with the different layouts to see which one best fits the story you want to tell.
Posting Multiple Photos to Facebook Stories
Facebook also allows you to share multiple photos in one story using frames:
- Open the Facebook app and tap the “Story” icon in the top left.
- Take or select your first photo and customize it with stickers, text, etc.
- Tap the sticker icon and select “Frames.”
- Choose a frame layout and tap each empty frame to add more photos.
- Adjust and scale the frames as needed.
- Finish customizing your story and tap “Your Story” to post it.
Facebook has fewer layout options than Instagram, but you can generally fit 2-4 photos in a single story depending on the frame size and configuration you use.
Uploading Multiple Photos at Once
If you don’t want to bother with frames, both Instagram and Facebook allow you to upload multiple photos at once instead of adding them one by one:
- Go to your camera roll and select up to 10 photos to share.
- Tap the Instagram paper airplane icon in the top right to open the share menu.
- Select “Instagram” to open a new post with your selected photos.
- Edit the order, apply a filter, and customize the post.
- Tap “Your Story” to share the photos in sequence.
- Go to your camera roll and select up to 10 photos to share.
- Tap the Facebook icon in the share menu.
- Write a caption and customize your post.
- Tap “Story” at the bottom to share the photos.
While not as creatively formatted, this method allows you to easily batch upload photos to tell a visual story on social media.
Using Third-Party Apps
If the default Instagram and Facebook tools don’t offer enough creative flexibility, you can also use third-party apps to make photo stories:
Unfold
Unfold allows you to create beautiful, designed stories from your phone. You can choose from tons of templates, fonts, layouts, and creative tools to customize professional-looking visual stories. The app supports both Instagram and Facebook sharing.
Canva
The Canva app has customizable templates, fonts, illustrations, and design tools for creating visually engaging graphics and stories. You can upload multiple photos, rearrange them, apply styles, add text, and then share your creation to Instagram or Facebook.
PicCollage
PicCollage is perfect for photo collages. It has a huge variety of layouts, backgrounds, stickers, and fonts to decorate your photos before sharing on social media.
The advantage of third-party options is that you have many more fonts, templates, and tools at your disposal to get really creative with visual storytelling. The only downside is having to switch between apps.
Tips for Multiple Photos in One Story
Here are a few tips to keep in mind when putting multiple photos in an Instagram or Facebook story:
- Choose photos with a cohesive style or color scheme.
- Edit the images beforehand to adjust lighting, crop, etc.
- Use related text styles and stickers to tie the look together.
- Keep it short – stories with tons of photos can be overwhelming.
- Find the right balance between photos and text.
- Use the first photo to hook people and encourage them to tap through the rest.
Ideal Uses for Photo Stories
Some great ways to take advantage of multiple photos in one story include:
- Capturing an event like a wedding, party, or conference.
- Showcasing a vacation or trip.
- Highlighting the details of a new outfit or product.
- Documenting a home renovation or DIY project.
- Sharing behind-the-scenes moments from a photoshoot.
- Promoting an upcoming sale or launch for a business.
Visual storytelling is a powerful way to connect with your audience and share more of your brand, products, or personal life. So don’t be afraid to get creative with Instagram and Facebook stories using multiple photos in one post!
Frequently Asked Questions
How many photos can you include in one Instagram story?
You can share between 2-10 photos on Instagram stories depending on the layout template you choose. The default layouts include up to 6 photos in a grid, 4 photos in a collage, or 2 photos stacked horizontally or vertically.
Do multiple photos expire at the same time on Instagram stories?
Yes, if you share multiple photos in one Instagram story post, they will all expire at the same time after 24 hours. The story timer applies to the entire story, not individual photos.
Can you go back and edit an Instagram story with multiple photos?
Unfortunately no, once you share an Instagram story you cannot edit or delete individual photos within it. The only way is to delete the entire story and start over.
How do you create a Facebook story with multiple photos?
To share multiple photos on Facebook stories, use the frames feature. Tap the frames sticker after selecting your first photo, then customize the layout and add additional photos into each frame.
Is there a limit to how many photos you can include in a Facebook story?
Facebook doesn’t specify an exact limit, but from my testing you can generally add 2-4 portrait photos depending on the frame sizes. The number may vary if you use a mix of portrait and landscape oriented images.
Can you reshare an Instagram story with multiple photos?
Yes, when you tap to share someone else’s Instagram story that contains multiple photos, it will reshare the entire story as one post with all the original photos.
Conclusion
Putting multiple photos into one Instagram or Facebook story is easy with the built-in layouts and frames. You can create cool collages, stacked images, grids, sequences, and more to share visual narratives with your followers. Just be sure to customize the look with stickers, text, and editing to tie it all together. With so many creative options, the possibilities are endless for showcasing memories, events, products, DIY projects, and any other visual content you want to share.