Changes
415 times Instagram's guidance changed, newest first. Each shows what was said before, and what replaced it.
4 of 415 changes about Carousels. Show all
2026
CarouselsOct 2026
Carousel creation tools expanded beyond adding text and stickers to include precise layouts and elements that span multiple slides in Edits.
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New Creative Tools“New creator tools this week. Our job is to give creators the flexibility to tell their stories online, and so today we got a couple new features to announce. One is improved text tools, so new fonts, animations, and effects to help you be more expressive on Instagram, and the second is we're finally bringing not only text but also stickers to photos and carousels.”
After
New to Edits: An editor for your carousels“Carousels have evolved beyond a linear sequence of photos and videos. Our editor lets you add photos, videos and text to your projects. Use a layout, create stickers with the cutout tool, and use filters or adjustments.”
CarouselsJul 2026
Carousel audio can now be replaced after publishing without deleting and re-uploading the post.
Before
New Ways to Create With Music and Collaborate With Friends on Instagram“Today, we’re excited to introduce new, fun ways to share with friends and interact with creators through music, photos and reels on Instagram. Whether you’re sharing a collection of summer memories with friends or moments from your camera roll, you can now add music to your photo carousels.”
After
This one’s been a long time coming. You can now replace the audio on your published feed posts and carousels, no need to delete and re-upload.“This one’s been a long time coming. You can now replace the audio on your published feed posts and carousels, no need to delete and re-upload. Tap the three dots, hit edit, and swap your audio.”
2024
CarouselsOct 2024
Adding music to photos and carousels now also makes them eligible to appear in the Reels tab, extending the earlier engagement advice.
Before
I always recommend using audio on Reels, photos and carousels.“I always recommend using audio on Reels, photos and carousels. It can help with engagement and, with Reels specifically, it means you can show up on audio pages where a lot of people go for inspiration.”
After
Carousels often get more reach than single photo posts for two main reasons.“Carousels often get more reach than single photo posts for two main reasons. Also, quick plug: using music on carousels and photos now makes them eligible to be shown in the reels tab, which can also help with reach.”
2023
CarouselsAug 2023
Music for photo carousels moved from testing to being available to everyone.
Before
Hidden Gems - Music in Feed“Hidden Gems - Music in Feed This feature allows you to bring your content to life by adding a soundtrack to your photo post on Feed. We’re testing this feature with carousel posts now - more to come soon.”
After
New Ways to Create With Music and Collaborate With Friends on Instagram“Today, we’re excited to introduce new, fun ways to share with friends and interact with creators through music, photos and reels on Instagram. Whether you’re sharing a collection of summer memories with friends or moments from your camera roll, you can now add music to your photo carousels.”