How to Upload 4K Reels on Instagram (Best Quality Settings!)

Have you ever uploaded a Reel to Instagram, only to see it look blurry or pixelated? Well, in this article we will guide you through the exact steps to upload 4K Reels in the highest quality. So your content stays crisp and stunning!

Record Your Video in 4k Resolution

First things first, your video needs to record in 4K resolution! Most smartphones today support this. if you are an iPhone user then,

  • go to Settings
  • Tap on Camera
  • Tap on Record Video
  • and select 4K at 60 FPS. ✅

Checking the video resolution before uploading it on the Instagram

Edit Your Video in 4K Resolution

After successfully recording the video, make sure you edit the recorded video in 4K! Use applications like CapCut, InShot, or Adobe Premiere Rush etc. These apps will allow you to export in 4K. Without worrying about compressing your video.

Step-by-Step Guide to Upload 4K Reels on Instagram

Here’s where most people mess up! When uploading, follow these steps:

  • First, Ensure that your Instagram app is updated to latest.
  • Launch the Instagram application on your mobile device.
  • Then tap on the plus icon to upload your video.
  • Select reels option to upload your video as reel.
  • Select your 4k video from the gallery.
  • After selecting it, tap on the next button.
  • This will take you to the trim section. Here you can also add audio and can manipulate the speed of your video. Then tap next again.
  • After that edit section will appear. Edit your video (if needed) then tap next.
  • Now write a caption that you want to add.
  • Before posting your reel, scroll down to the last. then tap on “more options
  • in the more options section, Under the sharing preferences section. Toggle on the “upload at highest quality” option.

Under the sharing preferences section. Toggle on the "upload at highest quality" option

  • After enabling the “upload at highest quality” section, go back to the post section.
  • Finally, tap on the share button to post your reels video at highest quality.

Conclusion

Following these steps, you can upload 4K Reels on Instagram with the best possible quality. Although Instagram may still compress your video a bit. But these methods will help you to get the highest possible resolution for your content.

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