Instagram reels can be extended up to 90 seconds

Instagram has made it clear multiple times that creators are one of its priorities. As a result, a set of new features are making their way to Instagram Relay that will benefit creators by helping them expand their reach on the platform. Check out what's in store.

First, in an effort to compete with its direct rival TikTok, Instagram will now let you create reels that last up to 90 seconds. It's not as long as the 10-minute limit on TikTok videos, but it's still a nice addition and will help creators add more content to their streams. This capability was rumored earlier this year and is finally making its way to the platform. Previously, Instagram only allowed for 60-second long reels.

There's a whole new set of sound effects, from airhorns to drums and more. This will help you engage more people. And to add your own touch to short videos, you can now import your own audio, which can be voice-over or background noise. It must be at least five seconds long.

Relay can now have interactive stickers that are already available on Instagram Stories. So, you can directly add poll stickers to ask your audience for their opinion, set up a quiz for some fun activities with your followers, and even add an emoji slider to see, 'how well they receive the short video.' These stickers can be safely considered popular in the stories and help make the reels more interactive

Instagram has also introduced templates that can help you create a reel based on an existing one. Audio and clip placement remains the same and you only need to add basic changes. It can prove helpful for those who are just starting out in this arena. But, once again, this is another page taken from the TikTok playbook!

In addition, Facebook Reels also got new features like suggested reels in the feed, video clipping tools, the ability to create and schedule Facebook reels on desktop, and audio tools like sound sync.

Instagram says it will continue to add more features for Reels so you can further engage with your audience and make your content go viral.