How to Add Instagram Reels Cover Photo
Need to add or edit an Instagram Reels cover photo? Follow our step-by-step guide on how to add and edit your Reels cover photo.

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Mackenzie TaylorHow to Add a Cover Photo to Instagram Reels
- Once you have your Instagram reel created, head to the âShareâ settings screen.
- Click âCoverâ on the preview image of your reel.
- From here, you can select a still image from your Reel by dragging the slider icon across the footage. Or, you can click âAdd from Camera Rollâ at the bottom of the screen to upload an image from your phone.
How to Edit an Instagram Reels Cover Photo
- Open a published Instagram Reel
- Select the three dots on the side (below the share button)
- Select Edit
- Tap âCoverâ on the preview image
- Select an image by dragging the slider to a clip from the Reel, or select âAdd from Camera Rollâ to upload an image from your phone!


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