The Ultimate Guide to Instagram Post Sizes

Have you ever spent hours crafting the perfect graphic or editing a photo, only to watch Instagram awkwardly chop off the top of your head or blur your text into an unreadable mess?

You aren’t alone. Platform dimensions change, algorithms favor different layouts, and what looks great on your desktop monitor might look completely different on a mobile screen. Getting your dimensions right is the secret weapon to making your content stand out, stop the scroll, and look professional.

This comprehensive guide breaks down the exact dimensions you need for every single type of Instagram post.

1. Instagram Feed Posts (The Main Grid)

When people scroll through their home feeds, they are looking at a fast-moving stream of content. Your post needs to maximize screen real estate to catch their eye.