Instagram offers multiple ways to share video content – Reels, Stories, Feed posts, and IGTV. Each format has different requirements, making it essential to know how to cut video for Instagram properly. Whether you're a content creator, business owner, or casual user, this guide will help you master Instagram video cutting.
| Format | Duration | Aspect Ratio | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reels | Up to 90 seconds | 9:16 (vertical) | Discovery, viral content |
| Stories | Up to 60 seconds | 9:16 (vertical) | Daily updates, engagement |
| Feed | Up to 60 minutes | 1:1, 4:5, 16:9 | Permanent content |
| IGTV | Up to 60 minutes | 9:16 or 16:9 | Long-form content |
Reels are Instagram's most powerful discovery tool. Here's how to cut videos for Reels:
Stories are perfect for daily engagement. For Stories:
Feed videos can be longer but shorter videos often perform better:
One long video can become multiple Instagram posts:
A: While Reels can be up to 90 seconds, 15-30 second Reels typically have the highest engagement and completion rates.
A: Use StatusSplit to cut your video into 60-second segments. Upload each segment as a separate Story for seamless viewing.
A: Yes, but vertical (9:16) videos perform significantly better as they fill the entire screen on mobile devices.
A: Not with StatusSplit. We use lossless cutting that preserves 100% of your original video quality.
A: 9:16 (vertical) for Reels and Stories, 1:1 (square) or 4:5 (portrait) for Feed posts.
A: 1-3 Reels per day is optimal. Quality matters more than quantity.
Cutting videos for Instagram doesn't have to be complicated. With the right tool and knowledge of each format's requirements, you can create perfectly sized content for Reels, Stories, and Feed posts.
StatusSplit makes this process effortless – just upload, set your duration, and download. No watermarks, no uploads to external servers, and perfect quality every time.
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