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Instagram recently debuted Reels, its take on TikTok. This feature allows users to record 15-second videos containing one or more clips. You can customize your Reels videos in a number of ways. For instance, you can record clips in slow- or fast-motion. Our guide will show you how this is done.
WORK SMARTER - LEARN, GROW AND BE INSPIRED.Subscribe today!To Read the Full Story Become an Adweek+ Subscriber View Subscription Options Already a member? Sign in Do you wonder how to adjust the speed of your videos on Instagram? If yes, then worry not; we got you covered here! Adjusting the speed of your videos can make them more intriguing and fun. You can share more content in a limited time if you increase the speed of a video. Similarly, some
videos look more exciting in a slow-mo, as it adds more drama and suspense needed. However, using the combination of both fast and slow speeds will take your videos to the next level. You can adjust the speed of any short video on Instagram Reels. Navigate the speed icon (“1x”) on the Instagram Reels camera screen before recording a video, and adjust the speed. You can also change the speed of any video you upload from your Camera Roll in Instagram Reels (iOS only). Similarly, you can
use third-party apps to adjust the speed of your video. Keep reading to learn how to adjust the speed of your video in Instagram Reels and third-party apps. We are also giving you some pro tips to help you tweak your video’s playback speed. Instagram introduced its Reels feature in 2019. Inspired by TikTok short video content, Instagram Reels allow users to create short — 15 to 90 seconds videos.
It allows users to narrate their brand story and potentially enthrall their audiences in a short period with their content. Adjusting the speed of your Reel videos is imperative to explain your narrative more efficiently. For example, if you speed up your video, you can show the whole tale in less time. While slowing down the video adds the added zing of suspense. There are many other elements that you can add to your Reels to make them more interactive and exciting
for your audience. The one we are interested in is — adjusting the speed of your video in Instagram Reels. You can adjust the speed of any video on Instagram Reel before recording it like this:
You can add multiple intriguing elements to your Reel. You can add music, filter, stickers, drawing, and text to your Reel. You can also trim your video. Method #2: Adjusting the Speed of Pre-Recorded VideoYou can adjust the speed of the pre-recorded video on your device in Instagram Reels (applicable only on iOS):
Instagram Reel will trim the size of your longer video to match its specifications. How To Adjust the Speed of Any Video on Instagram Using a Third-Party App?The problem with Instagram Reels is that it only allows you to share and record videos for up to 90 seconds. So, what if you got a longer video? You can use any third-party app to adjust the speed of any video before uploading it on Instagram. I frequently use CapCut- Video Editor, available in both Apple and Google Play Stores. Here’s how to adjust the speed of a video using CapCut:
You can keep tweaking till you are satisfied with the speed, and then press the download button on top to download the video. You can also use other third-party Apps, like Filmora and Video Speed Changer: SlowMo (Android). “Curve Speed” on CapCut will allow you to manipulate the speed of your video in different styles. For example, you can have the speed of one part of the video slow and the other fast using this option, unlike the “Normal” speed function, where the pace is consistent throughout the video. The Final WordsVideo content is essential for any business or personal brand to make a lasting impression on its audience. Instagram understood the significance of short video content and introduced the Reels function. You can make your videos more interactive and fun by tweaking and playing with many available elements. The one we discussed was adjusting the playback speed of your video. Instagram allows you to tweak the speed of your videos in Instagram Reels. Similarly, you can always use third-party apps to adjust your video’s playback speed. How do you speed up an existing video?Note: For performance reasons, you must be on Android version 5.0 or above to play videos at different speeds. Go to a video. Tap the video once, then tap More . Tap Playback Speed.
How do you change the speed of a video on Instagram on iPhone?How to Speed up Video for Instagram on iPhone. Step 1 Get Hyperlapse from App Store.. Step 2 Upload a video from your phone and then tap the circle button again to end shooting.. Step 3 Drag the slider to select a speed you like. ... . Step 4 Tap the checkmark to save the video or share it to your Instagram account.. How do you speed up videos on Instagram for free?To speed up video for Instagram on Android, use the Slow-Mo Fast-Mo app. When you open your video, first double-click on the video timeline. If you only want to speed up part of the video, drag along the timeline to select the relevant portion. Once the time is selected, the speed selector will appear on the screen.
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