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    How to Manage Instagram From Your Computer

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    Finding it hard to manage Instagram from your mobile device? Have you considered moving your workflow to the desktop version of Instagram?

    In this article, you'll discover how to navigate and use the desktop version of Instagram for your marketing activities.

    To learn how to manage Instagram from your computer, read the article below for an easy-to-follow walkthrough or watch this video:

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    #1: Access Instagram Profile Settings From Your

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    How to Use Instagram Tagging for More Exposure

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    Want more people to see your Instagram posts? Are you using Instagram tags effectively?

    In this article, you'll discover the difference between @mentioning an account versus tagging an account, learn how and when to use each of these tactics, and find out how to remove your tag from someone else's post.

    You'll also learn why and how to apply Instagram location tags and product tags to your posts. Finally, you'll discover how to combine all of these tags to give your Instagram feed posts maximum visibility.

    To learn how to use

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    Instagram Reels: What Marketers Need to Know

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    Want to create engaging short-form video on Instagram? Have you heard about Instagram Reels?

    In this article, you'll discover what Instagram Reels is, learn how to create a reel on Instagram, and discover how to use Instagram Reels for business.

    To learn how to make Instagram Reels, read the article below for an easy-to-follow walkthrough or watch this video:
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    What Is Instagram Reels?
    Instagram Reels rolled out to the majority of users in August 2020. The feature is touted as a response to

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    How to Tag and Manage Instagram Branded Content

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    Want to partner with influencers and brands to create content on Instagram? Wondering how to best manage and assess your influencer marketing campaigns on Instagram?

    In this article, you'll learn the difference between branded content and sponsored posts, how to manage and analyze the partnerships with brands or creators you work with, and how to tag a business partner in an Instagram post and Instagram Stories post. You'll also discover a tool to help you find potential creators to partner with.

    To learn how to tag and manage

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    How to Use Instagram Quick Replies to Streamline Engagement

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    Do you use Instagram Direct Messages to engage with customers or followers? Want to save time spent answering the same questions over and over?

    In this article, you'll learn how to use Instagram Quick Replies for business and find out how to turn past direct messages into quick replies.

    To learn how to set up Instagram quick replies for direct messages (DMs), read the article below for an easy-to-follow walkthrough or watch this video:

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    What Are Instagram Quick Replies?
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    How to Improve Instagram Post Engagement: 4 Tips

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    Do you want more Instagram engagement? Looking for tips to create Instagram posts that perform better?

    In this article, you'll discover how to design and deliver Instagram posts that improve engagement on Instagram.

    To learn how to optimize your Instagram posts for more engagement, read the article below for an easy-to-follow walkthrough or watch this video:

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yBt8LgenykU
    #1: Instagram Feed Post Format Hacks
    What type of Instagram post format works best: photos, videos, or carousels? Algorithmically,

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    How to Set Up Instagram Gift Cards Stickers

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    Want to offer gift cards on Instagram? Wondering how to set up and use Instagram Stories gift card stickers?

    In this article, you'll discover how to sell gift cards on Instagram.

    About Selling Gift Cards via Instagram
    To support businesses in selling online, Instagram has made it easier to sell directly to their audience (and for customers to do business with their favorite stores) via either an action button on their business profile or two new story stickers for gift cards and food orders.

    When your Instagram story post with a

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    How to Run a Successful Instagram Contest or Giveaway

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    Want to run a contest on Instagram? Wondering what rules and best practices you need to follow?

    In this article, you'll discover tips for running different types of contests, how to bring your Instagram contest to a close, and which metrics will help you assess the performance of your contest.

    Understand the Rules for Running an Instagram Contest
    Instagram contests are a great way to reach your audience, reward them for engaging with your content, and reach a whole new pool of followers.

    Chances are you've heard that running

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    How to Use Instagram Hashtags for Business: A Guide for Marketers

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    Wondering how to use hashtags to improve your visibility on Instagram? Looking for a guide to follow?

    In this article, you'll discover a complete guide to using hashtags strategically across Instagram feed posts, story posts, and IGTV posts.

    The Basics of Using Instagram Hashtags for Business
    A lot of people struggle with Instagram hashtags. They either don't know how to use them for their business or they just think they don't work.

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    Why are hashtags so important on Instagram? The reality

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    Creating Branded Content on Instagram: What Marketers Need to Know

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    Thinking of partnering with other businesses to create Branded Content on Instagram? Wondering how to get started?

    In this article, you'll discover how to set up, create, and analyze branded content posts on Instagram.

    What Is Branded Content on Instagram?
    Branded content posts were first introduced on Facebook and have now moved over to Instagram too. But while the feature is still limited on Facebook, Branded Content is now available for all Instagram accounts to use. And both Instagram feed posts and story posts are eligible for

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    How to Create an Instagram Stories Content Plan: A Guide for Marketers

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    Want to do more with Instagram Stories? Looking for a useful guide to help plan your Instagram stories?

    In this article, you'll learn how to plan, create, optimize, and schedule Instagram Stories content for your business.

    #1: Establish a Theme and Style for Your Instagram Stories Content
    As with most of your online marketing efforts, your Instagram stories should have a cohesive style that makes them uniquely yours. The content is visual and fast-moving so it should both appeal to your audience and reflect your branding and

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    How to Schedule Instagram Posts on a Desktop Without Third-Party Tools

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    Ever wish you could post to Instagram directly from your desktop instead of your mobile device? Did you know Instagram is rolling out this functionality?

    In this article, you'll learn how to schedule and publish posts to Instagram via your desktop without any third-party apps.

    How to Access Creator Studio for Instagram
    Instagram still hasn't enabled posting directly from Instagram.com, but the new Creator Studio does offer the option to post and schedule both Instagram feed posts and IGTV videos.

    To get to Creator Studio, go to

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    Instagram Creator Accounts: What Marketers Need to Know

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    Do you want more tools to connect with your audience on Instagram? Have you heard about Instagram creator accounts?

    In this article, you’ll learn how switching to an Instagram creator account can help you better achieve your Instagram marketing goals.

    What Is an Instagram Creator Account?
    When Instagram first launched, everyone had a personal account. As the platform evolved, Instagram introduced business profiles to give brands more access to tools like Insights, profile action buttons, and better direct message features. Many bigger

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