Instagram announces new features to make Reels more attractive to creators

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Instagram Reels is adding a new section to find out what's trending with top hashtags and songs, making it easier for creators to create content.

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The revamped editor in Reels makes it simpler to align and time elements visually.

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More detailed metrics are available on Reels, including total watch time and average watch time, accessible directly from Reels.

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Creators will receive notifications when they gain new followers through Reels.

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The Gifts feature, which lets fans support creators with money, is expanding to more countries, including Australia, Canada, France, Mexico, New Zealand, and the UK.

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Instagram is focusing on making Reels more attractive to creators.

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The new trends destination will provide insights into what people want to see.

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The new metrics will help creators understand where viewers are engaged or where they need to improve.

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Instagram aims to increase engagement and usage of the Reels platform.

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The new features will be gradually rolled out to Instagram users in the coming weeks.

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