Maybe you've seen others share content that wasn't originally theirs, and you've wondered how they managed it. It's actually quite straightforward, though there are a few different ways to do it, depending on what you're trying to share and where you want it to show up. We're going to look at the various methods available, from Instagram's own built-in tools to a couple of clever workarounds for when those tools have limits, so, you can pick the best way for what you want to do.

Whether it's a regular photo, a short video reel, or even someone else's story, there's a way to get that content onto your profile or into your story. My text tells us that you can repost both reels and regular posts on Instagram and add them to your story or your regular feed, and we'll explore exactly how each type of repost works, giving you all the details you need to become a sharing pro. It's pretty simple once you get the hang of it, honestly.

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Table of Contents

• Understanding Reposting on Instagram
• Reposting to Your Instagram Story: The Easy Way
  • Reposting a Regular Post to Your Story
  • Reposting a Reel to Your Story
  • Reposting an Instagram Story You Were Tagged In
• Reposting to Your Instagram Feed: Workarounds
  • Reposting a Still Image to Your Feed: The Screenshot Method
  • Reposting a Reel to Your Feed Using Screen Recording
• Reposting a Story You Weren't Tagged In: A Clever Trick
• Important Considerations for Reposting
• Frequently Asked Questions About Reposting

Understanding Reposting on Instagram

So, what exactly does reposting on Instagram mean? Basically, it's taking content that someone else created and shared, and then sharing it again on your own profile. This could be a photo, a video, or even a story. People do this for lots of reasons, like wanting to highlight something cool they saw, share information, or just show appreciation for someone else's work, that kind of thing. My text says it's about finding something you like and wanting to share it with your followers or add it to your own profile.

Instagram has some built-in features that make sharing to your story pretty simple, which is great. However, it also has some limits, especially when you want to put someone else's content directly onto your main feed. This is where you might need to use a few different approaches. We'll go through all of them, so you'll know exactly what to do in any situation, really.

Reposting to Your Instagram Story: The Easy Way

Sharing someone's post to your Instagram story is, thankfully, a lot easier than trying to get it onto your main feed. Instagram actually gives you a straightforward way to do this for both regular posts and reels. This is probably the most common way people share content they enjoy, and it's pretty user-friendly, too.

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Reposting a Regular Post to Your Story

When you see a picture or a video post on your feed that you want to share with your story, Instagram has a quick button for it. My text mentions that you simply tap the arrow icon located next to the comment bubble, then tap 'add post to your story'. It's a very intuitive process, honestly.

1. Find the Post: First, open up Instagram and find the regular photo or video post you want to share. It could be from someone you follow, or maybe something you stumbled upon on the Explore page.

2. Tap the Share Icon: Look below the post. You'll see a few icons: a heart for liking, a speech bubble for commenting, and then a little paper airplane icon. That paper airplane is your share button. Give it a tap, and you'll see some options pop up.

3. Add to Your Story: From the options that appear, you'll see "Add post to your story." This is the one you want. Tap on it, and Instagram will take you to the story creation screen, with the post already placed there.

4. Customize Your Story: Once the post is on your story screen, you can treat it like any other story. You can add text, stickers, GIFs, draw on it, or even adjust its size and position. You can also tap on the post itself to change how it looks, sometimes showing more or less of the original caption. It's quite flexible, in a way.

5. Share Your Story: When you're happy with how it looks, tap "Your story" at the bottom left to share it with all your followers, or choose "Close Friends" if you only want a select group to see it. It's really that simple, you know.

Reposting a Reel to Your Story

Sharing a reel to your story works very similarly to sharing a regular post, which is convenient. Reels are short videos, and they've become incredibly popular. My text confirms that you can share a reel to your story, and the process is pretty much the same as with a photo post.

1. Locate the Reel: Find the reel you want to share. You might see it on your main feed, or you might be browsing the Reels tab.

2. Tap the Share Icon: Just like with a regular post, look for the paper airplane icon. On reels, this is usually on the right side of the screen. Tap it to bring up the sharing options.

3. Select "Add Reel to Your Story": A menu will appear, and one of the first options will be "Add reel to your story." Tap this. The reel will then be placed onto your story creation screen, ready for you to add your own flair.

4. Decorate and Share: Again, you can add text, music, stickers, or anything else you'd normally put on a story. You can also resize the reel. When it looks just right, tap "Your story" to publish it. It's a pretty straightforward process, actually.

Reposting an Instagram Story You Were Tagged In

Instagram's native tools will only allow you to repost an Instagram story that you have been tagged in, as my text points out. This is a special feature that makes it easy to share content where you're directly involved. It's a nice touch for collaborations or when friends mention you, you know.

1. Check Your DMs: When someone tags you in their Instagram story, you'll get a direct message (DM) notification. Open up your DMs to find the message from the person who tagged you.

2. Find the "Add to Your Story" Option: Within that DM, you'll see a preview of the story you were tagged in. Below the story, there will be a button that says "Add to Your Story." Tap this button.

3. Edit and Publish: Tapping that button will take you straight to your story creation screen, with the tagged story ready to be shared. You can add your own comments, stickers, or anything else you like before posting it to your own story. It's really quite simple, so.

Reposting to Your Instagram Feed: Workarounds

This is where things get a little different. My text clearly states that Instagram's native functionality "doesn't let you repost to" your main feed directly. This means if you want to share someone else's photo or video onto your own profile grid, you'll need to use some creative methods. These aren't official Instagram features, but they're widely used and effective, in a way.

Reposting a Still Image to Your Feed: The Screenshot Method

If you're resharing a still image, you can accomplish this quickly by capturing it, as my text suggests. This is probably the most common and easiest way to get a photo from someone else's feed onto your own. It's a simple trick, but it works pretty well.

1. Find the Photo: Go to the Instagram photo you want to repost to your feed.

2. Take a Screenshot: On your phone, take a screenshot of the photo. The method for this varies slightly depending on your device (e.g., power button + volume down on Android, side button + volume up on newer iPhones, home button + power button on older iPhones). Try to capture just the photo itself, minimizing any extra screen elements if you can.

3. Crop the Image: Go to your phone's photo gallery or camera roll. Find the screenshot you just took. Use your phone's built-in editing tools to crop the image so that only the original Instagram photo is visible. You want it to look clean, like a regular post. This step is pretty important, you know, for a good-looking repost.

4. Create a New Instagram Post: Open Instagram and tap the "+" icon at the bottom of your screen to create a new post. Select the cropped screenshot from your gallery.

5. Add Filters and Caption: Now you can add any filters or make adjustments to the image just like you would with your own photo. In the caption, it's very important to give credit to the original creator. You should tag their Instagram handle (e.g., "@originalusername") and perhaps mention "Credit:" or "Via:" before their name. This is a really good practice, ethically speaking.

6. Share: Once you're happy with everything, tap "Share" to post it to your feed. It's a bit of a workaround, but it gets the job done, honestly.

Reposting a Reel to Your Feed Using Screen Recording

Instagram reels present unique reposting challenges due to their video format and algorithm considerations, as my text points out. You can't just screenshot a video, obviously! So, to get a reel onto your main feed, you'll typically need to use your phone's screen recording feature. Here's how to repost reels effectively across different scenarios, you know.

1. Find the Reel: Open Instagram and go to the reel you want to repost. Make sure the sound is on if you want to capture the audio.

2. Start Screen Recording: Before the reel starts playing, activate your phone's screen recording feature. On iPhones, you can usually find this in the Control Center (swipe down from the top-right corner). On Android phones, it's often in the quick settings panel (swipe down from the top). Start the recording, then immediately play the reel.

3. Record the Reel: Let the reel play through completely while your screen recorder is active. Try to keep your screen steady and avoid touching it during the recording so you get a clean capture. You want to get the whole thing, basically.

4. Stop Recording and Trim: Once the reel finishes, stop the screen recording. Go to your phone's photo gallery or video editor. You'll need to trim the recorded video to remove any parts before the reel started or after it ended, and also crop out any Instagram interface elements if they appear. You want just the reel itself, nothing else, really.

5. Create a New Instagram Post: Open Instagram and tap the "+" icon to create a new post. Select the trimmed screen recording from your gallery.

6. Add Caption and Credit: Just like with photos, it's absolutely essential to credit the original creator. Tag their Instagram handle in your caption (e.g., "@originalusername") and mention that it's a repost. You might also want to add relevant hashtags.

7. Share: Tap "Share" to post the reel to your main feed. This method lets you share video content that Instagram doesn't natively allow you to put on your feed, which is pretty handy.

Reposting a Story You Weren't Tagged In: A Clever Trick

What if someone has shared a story and you want to help spread the word, but you weren't tagged in it? My text implies this scenario. Since Instagram's native tools only allow you to repost an Instagram story that you have been tagged in, you'll need a similar workaround to the reel method.

1. View the Story: Watch the story you want to repost. Make sure it's playing clearly on your screen.

2. Screen Record the Story: Just like with reels, use your phone's screen recording feature to capture the story as it plays. If it's a photo story, you'll just need to record for a few seconds. If it's a video story, record the entire duration.

3. Trim and Edit: After recording, go to your phone's gallery and trim the video to just the story content. You can also crop out any unwanted parts of the screen. If it was a photo story, you might even be able to save a still image from the video. It's a bit of extra work, but it's effective, you know.

4. Create a New Story: Open Instagram and go to your story creation screen. Select the trimmed video or image from your gallery.

5. Add Credit: It's very important to give credit here. Use the text tool or a sticker to add the original creator's Instagram handle (e.g., "@originalusername"). This shows respect for their content and helps your followers find the source. You want to be clear about where it came from, basically.

6. Share: Post the newly created story to your own profile. This method allows you to share stories even when you're not directly tagged, which is quite useful for sharing interesting content you come across.

Important Considerations for Reposting

While knowing how to repost a post on Instagram is really useful, there are some important things to keep in mind to be a good digital citizen. Always, always try to give credit to the original creator. This is not just good etiquette; it's also about respecting intellectual property. Think about how you'd feel if someone shared your content without mentioning you, right?

When you use the screenshot or screen recording methods, you're essentially creating a copy of someone else's content. Because of this, crediting the original poster is incredibly important. You should always tag their Instagram handle in your caption or on your story. It's a simple way to acknowledge their work and direct your followers to their profile. This helps everyone, honestly.

Also, consider the context. Is the content appropriate for your audience? Does it align with what you usually share? Reposting can be a fantastic way to engage your followers and share diverse content, but always make sure it fits your profile's overall vibe. It's about being thoughtful with what you put out there, you know.

Lastly, be aware that some users might not want their content reposted. If someone asks you to take down a repost, you should absolutely respect their wishes and remove it promptly. Most people appreciate the shares, but consent is always key. It's just a matter of being polite, more or less.

Frequently Asked Questions About Reposting

Q1: Can I repost someone else's story if I wasn't tagged?

You can't use Instagram's direct "Add to Your Story" button unless you were tagged. However, as we discussed, you can use your phone's screen recording feature to capture the story. After recording, you'd trim the video and then upload it as a new story on your profile. It's very important to remember to credit the original creator in your new story by tagging their username, that is. This method works for both video and photo stories.

Q2: Is it okay to repost without asking permission?

While Instagram's story sharing feature doesn't require explicit permission (since the original creator already made it public and allowed sharing), for reposting to your main feed via screenshot or screen recording, it's generally good practice to ask for permission, or at the very least, give very clear credit. Many creators appreciate the exposure, but some prefer to be asked first. Always tagging the original account is a must, regardless of whether you asked or not. It's about respect for their work, you know.

Q3: What is the difference between sharing and reposting?

Sharing, in Instagram's terms, usually refers to using the native share icon (the paper airplane) to send a post to someone via direct message or to add it to your story. Reposting, on the other hand, generally means taking someone else's content and putting it on your own feed or story as if it were a new post from you, even if you're crediting them. My text says it's easy to reshare content, and that typically means using those built-in tools. When you reshare a photo or video to your own feed, that's often called reposting, and it usually involves the workarounds we talked about, basically. Learn more about Instagram features on our site, and link to this page for more social media tips.