This quick guide will walk you through how to add custom photo covers to your video, perfect for catching attention and keeping your content on-brand. Let’s get started!
How to Add a Cover Photo for Videos
Instagram Planner
- Create a new post in the Instagram Planner
- Upload as "Reels Grid Only" as your content type
- +Upload Cover
- Select your thumbnail
- Upload
- Tap on the video
- Schedule date and time
- If you want the Reel to also post to your Grid, make sure to toggle on the "also share to feed" toggle
Multi-channel Workspace
- Within the post creation, click on the Video Cover Photo under More Options to select the image
Can I add a Cover Photo on Mobile for the Instagram Planner and Multi-channel Workspace?
Yes! Cover photos are available on iOS mobile devices within both planning spaces.