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Level up your content with Instagram Story templates

Set yourself up for social media success with professionally designed Instagram Stories templates. Choose from a variety of customizable designs in popular themes, whether the goal is to share personal experiences, promote events, or build brand visibility.


How to create an Instagram Story with Picsart

1

Open Picsart

Use the Start creating button to open the Instagram Story creator.

2

Choose a template

3

Edit text

4

Customize

5

Download

How to create an Instagram Story with Picsart

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Make every moment count in your Instagram Stories. Use all the tools available in Picsart’s free Instagram Story creator to design polished visuals that drive engagement.




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Instagram Story maker FAQ

What size should my Instagram Story be?

Can I add my own photos to my Instagram Story?

Of course! Upload your own photos or other images to personalize your Stories. Use Picsart photo editing tools to make enhancements or edits before adding them to your design.

Can I add music to my Instagram Story?

While Picsart doesn't currently support adding music, you can easily add music within Instagram after uploading your Story.

Can I create matching Instagram posts?

Absolutely! You can use Picsart to easily design a cohesive look for all your Instagram content. To save time, you can create custom templates to reuse for similar posts.

Where can I find inspiration for my Instagram Story design?

Browse Picsart's library of Instagram Story templates, or find inspiration on platforms like Instagram and Pinterest. Look at content targeted to audiences similar to yours, and pay attention to formats and visual themes that perform well.


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