Instagram Desktop Posting Now Available | Weekly Resources
Have you been waiting for the option to post directly from your computer to Instagram, instead of using the mobile app?
Well, that option is now here! Learn more about 5 updates from Instagram this week, plus check out other helpful resources (including tips on dealing with a Facebook account hack) below.
TechCrunch
Wow, what a list of updates from Instagram this week! Some are available now, others are being rolled out.
Here they are:
(1) 60-second videos for Stories, upload Reels clips to your Stories
(2) Collaboration feature for Feed posts and Reels; Invite other users to collaborate on a post or a Reel
(3) New Data Analytics – 3 new metrics added to Insights: Accounts engaged, Engaged audience, Reached audience
(4) Live-Stream Scheduling: Schedule your Live and users can get a reminder notification
(5) Post to Instagram from your computer
This may be the most helpful for you immediately, especially if you weren’t already using a third-party tool to post on Instagram.
You can now upload photos/videos from your computer to Instagram (no option for Stories as of this writing).
Look for the + icon on the desktop version of your Instagram account and then upload your photo/video.
You can trim/adjust your photo or video, add a filter, write a caption, and then post from your desktop.
Read the article from TechCrunch for more detail and let me know if you have questions about other options for posting and scheduling Instagram posts.
2. New Ways for Businesses to Get Discovered and Connect with Customers This Holiday Season
Facebook for Business
Facebook is adding some new features for small businesses to help with the holiday season (or any time you want to improve connections with your customers).
The platform is also hosting some free, live training sessions over the next few weeks, and you can find a link to those in their post.
3. Pinterest introduces “Takes” and new ways to watch, discover and shop
Pinterest has new features this week as well, after its annual Creators Festival.
Check them out if you’re using Pinterest for your business.
4. Facebook account hacked? Business Manager hacked? Here’s how to get help
Mari Smith
No one wants to have their accounts hacked, especially since Facebook isn’t the best at customer service or tech support.
So I’d recommend that you read and save Mari’s helpful guide in case you need help during a hack.
But she also shares tips on how to make your accounts more secure, so take a few minutes to go through the guide.
Any questions? Let me know.
Holiday Marketing Guides:
The major platforms have released their holiday marketing guides so check them out (click here) and I’ll continue to update the list as I find more resources.
Digital Marketing Must-Reads: Resources for your small business
Each week I share a few top resources to help you keep up with changes on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, Pinterest, and other major social media platforms.
Use these resources and trends to develop your digital marketing strategy and make adjustments as necessary, because the only thing constant in the digital marketing universe is…Change.
Need some help with your digital marketing or social media strategy? Set up a free consultation with me to discuss your business and some simple strategies to implement today!
