Facebook and Instagram are two of the most popular social media platforms in the world, and many users share content between the two platforms. Sharing a Facebook post to Instagram can be a great way to reach a wider audience and engage with your followers on both platforms. In this article, we will provide you with step-by-step instructions on how to share a Facebook post to Instagram.
In general, sharing a Facebook post to Instagram is a simple process that can be completed in just a few steps. First, you will need to find the Facebook post that you want to share. Once you have found the post, you will need to click on the “Share” button and then select the “Instagram” option. You will then be prompted to enter a caption for your Instagram post. Once you have entered a caption, you will need to click on the “Share” button to share the post to Instagram.
There are a few things to keep in mind when sharing a Facebook post to Instagram. First, you will need to have an Instagram account in order to share the post. If you do not have an Instagram account, you will need to create one before you can share the post. Second, you will need to make sure that the Facebook post that you are sharing is public. If the post is not public, you will not be able to share it to Instagram
Connecting Facebook and Instagram
Step 1: Linking Your Accounts
To connect your Facebook and Instagram accounts, begin by opening the Instagram app on your mobile device. Tap on your profile picture in the bottom-right corner to access your profile page. From there, click on the three horizontal lines in the top-right corner and select “Settings.” Scroll down and tap on “Linked Accounts,” then select “Facebook.” Log in to your Facebook account if prompted, and follow the on-screen instructions to complete the linking process.
Once your accounts are linked, you will be able to easily share posts from Facebook to Instagram. When you want to share a post, simply tap on the “Share” button beneath the post, and select “Instagram.” You can then customize your post by adding a caption, tags, or location, and share it to your Instagram feed or story.
| Platform | Steps to Link Accounts |
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| 1. Open the Instagram app. 2. Tap on your profile picture. 3. Click on the three horizontal lines in the top-right corner. 4. Select “Settings.” 5. Scroll down and tap on “Linked Accounts.” 6. Select “Facebook.” 7. Log in to your Facebook account (if prompted). 8. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the linking process. |
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| 1. Open the Facebook app. 2. Click on the “Menu” button in the bottom-right corner (three horizontal lines). 3. Scroll down and tap on “Settings & Privacy.” 4. Select “Settings.” 5. Scroll down to the “Instagram” section and tap on “Log In.” 6. Log in to your Instagram account (if prompted). 7. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the linking process. |
Selecting the Post to Share
Before sharing a post on Facebook to Instagram, it’s imperative to select the right one. Consider the following factors to identify the most suitable post:
Post Format
Choose a post with high-quality images or videos that visually appeal to Instagram’s audience. Avoid lengthy text-based posts as they may not be as effective.
Relevance and Engagement
Select a post that is relevant to your Instagram audience’s interests. Check the post’s engagement metrics on Facebook (e.g., likes, comments, shares) to gauge its popularity and potential impact on Instagram.
Content Quality
Ensure the post you share is well-written and grammatically correct. Use clear and concise language, and consider the tone and style that resonates with your Instagram audience.
Hashtags and Captions
While you can’t add hashtags or captions to the post when sharing directly to Instagram, you can plan ahead by including relevant hashtags and a captivating caption in the original Facebook post. This will provide context for your followers when they view the shared post on Instagram.
Choosing the Sharing Option
Once you’ve selected the post you want to share, tap the “Share” button located below it. This will bring up a menu of sharing options. For Instagram, you can choose from the following methods:
- Share to Feed: Publishes the post directly to your Instagram feed.
- Share to Story: Creates a temporary Story that will disappear after 24 hours.
- Share to Direct Message: Sends the post privately to one or more Instagram users.
Step-by-Step Guide to Sharing via Direct Message
1. Select “Share to Direct Message” from the sharing options.
2. In the “To” field, enter the Instagram usernames of the recipients you want to share with. You can also tap on the “Add people” button to search for and select usernames from your contacts.
3. Add a custom message if desired, and then tap the “Send” button.
| Sharing Method | Result |
|---|---|
| Share to Feed | Posts directly to your Instagram feed |
| Share to Story | Creates a temporary story that disappears after 24 hours |
| Share to Direct Message | Sends the post privately to one or more Instagram users |
Editing the Post before Sharing
Once you have selected the Facebook post you want to share on Instagram, you can edit it to customize it for your Instagram audience. Here’s how:
- Crop or rotate the image or video: If the Facebook post includes an image or video, you can crop or rotate it to fit the Instagram aspect ratio.
- Add a caption: You can add a new caption to your post or edit the existing caption from Facebook. Remember to keep the caption within Instagram’s character limit.
- Add hashtags: Hashtags are essential for increasing the visibility of your post on Instagram. You can add up to 30 hashtags to your post, but try to use only relevant and popular ones.
- Tag people and locations: If the Facebook post includes people or locations, you can tag them in your Instagram post. This will help your followers find your post and connect with the people and places involved.
| Editing Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Crop or Rotate | Adjust the image or video to fit Instagram’s aspect ratio. |
| Caption | Add or edit the text accompanying the post. |
| Hashtags | Include relevant keywords to increase visibility. |
| Tagging | Connect your post to people and locations for wider reach. |
Options for Sharing in Stories or Feed
There are two main options for sharing Facebook posts to Instagram: Stories or Feed.
Stories
To share a Facebook post to your Instagram Stories, you can use the “Share to Stories” option. This will create a new Story with the Facebook post’s image or video and a link to the original post. You can add text, stickers, or other effects to your Story before sharing it.
Feed
To share a Facebook post to your Instagram Feed, you can use the “Share to Feed” option. This will create a new post in your Feed with the Facebook post’s image or video and a caption that includes a link to the original post. You can add a caption to your Instagram post and choose to share it to your Feed, Stories, or both.
Additional Sharing Options
In addition to the main sharing options, there are also a few additional options that you can use to share Facebook posts to Instagram. These options include:
You can also use the “Share to Feed” button if the image or video is not from Facebook. You can then choose to share your post to the Feed only, to Stories only, or to both Feed and Stories.
| Mobile Device | Desktop | Notes |
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|You must be logged into both Facebook and Instagram on your mobile device to use the “Share to Stories” option.|
|You must be logged into both Facebook and Instagram on your desktop to use the “Share to Feed” and “Share Link” options.|
Sharing to Instagram as a Story
To share a Facebook post to Instagram as a story, follow these steps:
- Find the post you want to share.
- Tap the "Share" button.
- Select "Instagram Stories."
- Edit your story (optional).
- Tap "Share."
- Additional Options for Sharing to Instagram as a Story
- Use a sticker. When sharing a post as a story, you can add a sticker to it. To do this, tap the sticker icon in the top right corner of the screen and select a sticker. You can then drag and drop the sticker anywhere on the story.
- Write a caption. You can also write a caption for your story. To do this, tap the text icon in the top right corner of the screen and type your caption.
- Choose a background. You can choose a background for your story from a variety of options. To do this, tap the background icon in the top right corner of the screen and select a background.
- Add music. You can also add music to your story. To do this, tap the music icon in the top right corner of the screen and select a song.
Sharing to Instagram as a Feed Post
To share a Facebook post to Instagram as a feed post, follow these steps:
- Open the Facebook post you want to share.
- Click the “Share” button.
- Select “Instagram” from the list of sharing options.
- If you’re not already logged into Instagram, you’ll be prompted to do so.
- Choose how you want to share the post:
- Edit the post if desired.
- Crop the image: Instagram has a square aspect ratio, so you may need to crop the image to fit. You can use the crop tool to select the part of the image you want to share.
- Add a caption and hashtags.
- Click “Share.”
> – As a new feed post
> – As a story
> – As a direct message
Your post will now be shared to Instagram.
| Instagram Post Type | Steps |
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| Feed Post | 1. Open the Facebook post you want to share. 2. Click the “Share” button. 3. Select “Instagram” from the list of sharing options. 4. Choose “Feed.” 5. Edit the post if desired. 6. Add a caption and hashtags. 7. Click “Share.” |
Customizing the Sharing
Once you have selected the post you want to share, you can customize its appearance on Instagram before posting it. Here are the options available for customization:
Caption
The caption of the original Facebook post will be automatically included in the shared post on Instagram. However, you can edit or remove the caption before sharing.
Post Type
You can choose to share the post as a regular post, a Story, or a Reel. Each post type has its own unique set of features and options.
Layout
The layout of the shared post can be customized by cropping or rotating the image. You can also add a border or background color to the post.
Filters
Instagram offers a variety of filters that can be applied to the shared image. Filters can help enhance the look and feel of the post.
Hashtags
Hashtags can be added to the shared post to increase its visibility and reach. Relevant hashtags can help people discover your post who are interested in the topic.
Location
You can add a location to the shared post to indicate where the photo or video was taken. Adding a location can help people find your post when searching for content related to that location.
Alt Text
For accessibility purposes, you can add alt text to the shared image. Alt text describes the image for people who are blind or visually impaired.
Scheduled Posting
If you don’t want to share the post immediately, you can schedule it to be posted at a later time. This can be useful for planning and organizing your Instagram content in advance.
Posting the Shared Content
Once you’ve selected the post you want to share, you’ll have the option to post it directly to Instagram or to share it as a message. If you choose to post it directly to Instagram, you’ll be taken to the Instagram app where you can add a caption and tags before posting.
Sharing as a Message
If you choose to share the post as a message, you’ll be able to send it to one or more Instagram users. Once you’ve selected the recipients, you’ll have the option to include a message along with the shared post. The recipients will be able to view the post by tapping on the link in the message.
Steps for Sharing as a Message:
1. Select the Facebook post you want to share.
2. Click on the share button.
3. Select “Message” from the share options.
4. Select the recipients.
5. (Optional) Add a message.
6. Click on the “Send” button.
| Step | Action |
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| 1 | Select the Facebook post you want to share. |
| 2 | Click on the share button. |
| 3 | Select “Message” from the share options. |
| 4 | Select the recipients. |
| 5 | (Optional) Add a message. |
| 6 | Click on the “Send” button. |
Sharing a Facebook Post to Instagram
To share a Facebook post to Instagram, follow these steps:
- Log in to Facebook.
- Find the post you want to share.
- Click the Share button.
- Select Instagram from the list of options.
- If you’re not already logged in to Instagram, you’ll be prompted to do so.
- Once you’re logged in, you can edit the post before sharing it.
- Click the Share button.
- Your post will now be shared on Instagram.
Viewing the Shared Post on Instagram
Once you’ve shared a Facebook post to Instagram, you can view it in your Instagram feed.
- Open the Instagram app.
- Tap the Home icon.
- Scroll down to find the post you shared.
Additional Notes:
- You can only share public Facebook posts to Instagram.
- If you share a post that contains multiple photos or videos, only the first photo or video will be shared on Instagram.
- You can’t share Facebook posts that contain live video or 360-degree photos.
| Feature | Availability |
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| Sharing public Facebook posts to Instagram | Available |
| Sharing multiple photos or videos from a Facebook post | Only the first photo or video will be shared |
| Sharing Facebook posts containing live video or 360-degree photos | Not available |
How to Share a Facebook Post to Instagram
Sharing a Facebook post to Instagram is a great way to cross-promote your content and reach a wider audience. Here are the steps on how to do it:
- Open the Facebook post you want to share.
- Tap the “Share” button below the post.
- Select “Instagram” from the list of sharing options.
- If you’re not already logged into Instagram, you’ll be prompted to do so.
- Once you’re logged in, Instagram will open with the Facebook post pre-filled into the caption field.
- You can edit the caption, add hashtags, and choose a filter before posting.
- Tap “Share” to post the Facebook post to Instagram.
