How To Change Background On Instagram Story

The newest version of the Instagram app has some fun new features. One of these updates is how you can change your story background to anything you want. The process for changing your background is actually pretty simple, but many people don't know how to start this process because it's not included in Instagram's user interface (UI). 

This article will teach you how to change the background of Instagram stories!

Method 1: The Easiest Way

Follow these simple steps to change your background on Instagram stories.

1. Open the Instagram app and go to your profile.

First, open up Instagram and tap on your profile to access the main screen.

‍2. Tap on the three dots in the top right corner of your screen.

Once you are on your profile, there should be a bunch of icons below your name. The last icon is three small white circles stacked together—tap this button.

This will open up a bunch of options, and the third one down is "Story Settings."

3. Tap on "Story Settings"

Once you've tapped on the three dots, a new menu will open with a list of different settings. Scroll down to find "Story Settings" and tap it.

4. Tap on "Background"

This will open a screen with three different options: "Solid Color," "Photo," and "Video." Tap on the first option, which is for changing your background to a solid color.

5. Upload an image or video as your new story background.

Once you've tapped on the colored square next to "background" in story settings, you'll be able to upload an image or video as your new background. You can either choose one from your camera roll or take a picture or video on the spot!

Method 2: Change Background Using Custom Colors

If you want to use a color that's not included in Instagram's list of preset colors, you can create a custom color by following these steps:

1. Open the Instagram app and go to your profile.

First, open up Instagram and tap on your profile to access the main screen.

2. Tap "Photos" in the bottom right corner of your screen.

Once you are on your profile, there should be a bunch of icons below your name. The last icon is three small white circles stacked together—tap this button!

3. Scroll down and tap "Colors" 

This will open a menu with all of Instagram's different colors. Underneath the color wheel, there is an option that says "Custom." Tap on it to create your own custom-colored Background for your story!

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Method 3: Change Background Using a Photo

If you want to use a photo as your story background, follow these simple steps:

1. Open the Instagram app and go to your profile.

First, open up Instagram and tap on your profile to access the main screen.

2. Tap "Photos" in the bottom right corner of your screen. 

Once you are on your profile, there should be a bunch of icons below your name. The last icon is three small white circles stacked together—tap this button!

3. Scroll down and tap "Colors" 

This will open up the color wheel menu mentioned in method two. This time, make sure you choose the option that says "Photo."

4. Select a photo from your camera roll.

Once you've tapped on the "Photos" option, you'll be able to select a photo from your camera roll. Choose the one you want to use as your story background!

Method 4: Change Background Using a Video

If you want to use a video as your story background, follow these simple steps:

1. Open the Instagram app and go to your profile.

First, open up Instagram and tap on your profile to access the main screen.

2. Tap "Photos" in the bottom right corner of your screen. 

Once you are on your profile, there should be a bunch of icons below your name. The last icon is three small white circles stacked together—tap this button!

3. Scroll down and tap "Colors" 

This will open up the color wheel menu mentioned in method two. This time, make sure you choose the option that says "Video."

4. Select a video from your camera roll.

Once you've tapped on the "Photos" option, you'll be able to select a video from your camera roll. Choose the one you want to use as your story background!

In Conclusion

Now that you know how to change your Instagram story background, go forth and create some amazing stories! Whether you choose to use a photo, video, or solid color as your background, be sure to have fun with it and make your stories stand out. Happy storytelling!

FAQs

Q: How can I change my Instagram story background?

A: There are four official methods for changing your Instagram story background: using a photo from your camera roll, using a photo from the internet, drawing on your photo with the app's built-in tools, or using a sticker.

Q: What are the restrictions for choosing an image to use as your Instagram story background?

A: You can only use the image for stories if it is smaller than 1080 pixels wide by 1920 pixels tall. Additionally, you cannot edit or crop how much of the photo shows up on the screen. Your choice will appear in its entirety as a static element as long as it complies with those size restrictions.

Q: What about using a GIF as my Instagram story background?

A: Unfortunately, at this time, you cannot use GIFs as your Instagram story background.

Q: Can I use a video instead of an image?

A: No, videos are not currently supported as backgrounds for Instagram stories.

Q: How do I know if my image is the right size?

A: If you're using a photo from your camera roll, it will show up as that photo's thumbnail in the Stories section of Instagram. If you're choosing an image from the internet, you can use the gridlines that appear on-screen to help ensure that it meets the size restrictions. 

Q: How big does my image have to be before I can use it as the Instagram story background?

A: The recommended size is 1080 pixels wide by 1920 pixels tall. If you're using a photo from your camera roll, that's how large it will show up in the stories section of Instagram. However, if you're choosing an image from outside of your camera roll, you can use the gridlines that appear on-screen to help ensure that it meets the size restrictions.