How to put a Cover to Instagram Highlight Stories is a quick and easy guide to personalize your featured stories on Instagram. If you are a regular user of this popular social network, you have surely noticed that when creating a featured story, the first image or video of it automatically becomes the cover, which can be a little frustrating if not It's the image you had in mind. Fortunately, there is a very easy way to change that cover and here we will show you how to do it in just a few steps. With this information, you can maintain a consistent visual appearance on your profile and ensure that each featured story has an attractive and representative cover. Keep reading to find out how to do it!
Step by step ➡️ How to put a cover on Instagram Highlight Stories
- Step 1: Open the Instagram application on your mobile phone.
- Step 2: Go to your profile. You can do this by tapping your profile photo icon in the bottom right corner of the screen.
- Step 3: In your profile, swipe up to see your Featured Stories. These are collections of stories that you have saved and featured on your profile.
- Step 4: Select the Featured Story you want to add a cover to.
- Step 5: Once you're in the Story Highlight, tap the "More" icon in the bottom right corner of the screen. This icon looks like three vertical dots.
- Step 6: A pop-up menu will open. Select the “Edit Featured” option.
- Step 7: On the next screen, tap the “Edit” icon next to the “Cover” option.
- Step 8: You will be shown all the stories in the Featured Story. Tap the story you want to use as the cover.
- Step 9: Adjust and move the image to display how you want on the cover.
- Step 10: Tap “Done” when you are satisfied with the selected cover.
Q&A
Frequently asked questions about how to add a Cover to Instagram Highlighted Stories
1. How can I add Cover to my Instagram Stories Highlights?
To add a Cover to your Highlight Stories on Instagram, follow these steps:
- Open the Instagram application on your mobile device.
- Go to your profile by tapping your photo icon in the bottom right corner.
- Tap on the »Featured Stories» section under your bio.
- Select the Featured Story to which you want to add a Cover.
- Tap the “More” button (three dots) at the bottom right of the screen.
- Choose the “Edit Featured” option.
- Tap the “Edit Cover” button at the top left.
- Select an image from your library or upload a new photo.
- Adjust the image according to your preference and click on “Done”.
- Tap “Done” again to save your changes.
2. Can I change the Cover of an existing Featured Story?
Yes, you can change the Cover of a previously created Featured Story. Follow these steps:
- Open the Instagram app on your mobile device.
- Go to your profile by tapping your photo icon in the bottom right corner.
- Tap the “Featured Stories” section below your bio.
- Select the Featured Story you want to change the Cover to.
- Tap the “More” button (three dots) at the bottom right of the screen.
- Choose the “Edit Featured” option.
- Tap the “Edit Cover” button at the top left.
- Select an image from your library or upload a new photo.
- Adjust the image according to your preference and click on »Done».
- Tap “Done” again to save your changes.
3. Can I use a video as the Cover of a Featured Story?
No, it is not currently possible to use a video as the Cover of a Featured Story on Instagram. Only static images are supported.
4. Are there any size restrictions for Cover images?
Yes, there is a size restriction for Cover images in Instagram Stories Highlights. The image must meet the following dimensions:
- Aspect ratio: 9: 16
- Recommended resolution: 1080 x 1920 pixels
5. Can I remove the Cover of a Featured Story?
No, you cannot delete just the Cover of a Story Highlight on Instagram. However, you can delete the entire Story Highlight if you wish.
6. How many Featured Stories can I have on my profile?
There is no specific limit to the number of Featured Stories you can have on your Instagram profile. You can have several and organize them according to your preferences.
7. Can I change the order of Featured Stories on my profile?
Yes, you can change the order of Featured Stories on your profile. Follow these steps:
- Open the Instagram application on your mobile device.
- Go to your profile by tapping your photo icon in the bottom right corner.
- Click on the “Featured Stories” section below your biography.
- Tap and hold the Story Highlight you want to move.
- Drag the Featured Story to the desired position.
- Release your finger to save the new location.
8. Can only my followers see the Covers of my Featured Stories?
No, your Instagram Featured Story Covers are visible to anyone who visits your profile, even if they don't follow you.
9. Can I edit a Cover after having saved it?
Yes, you can edit a Featured Story Cover after you've saved it. You just need to follow the same steps you used to create it initially.
10. Do Featured Story Covers remain visible on my profile if I delete Stories?
Yes, Featured Stories Covers will remain visible on your profile even if you decide to delete the underlying Stories.
I am Sebastián Vidal, a computer engineer passionate about technology and DIY. Furthermore, I am the creator of tecnobits.com, where I share tutorials to make technology more accessible and understandable for everyone.