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Why Crop Your Instagram Video Files?

Resizing videos for Instagram can be a breeze with the right tools. Descript offers a simple and efficient way to crop your videos to fit Instagram's format.

1) Sign up for Descript for free. You have 1 free hour of transcription per month. No credit card is required.

2) Upload your video to Descript by dragging and dropping it into the project window.

3) Once upload has finished, double click on the video screen and drag the corners to resize the video.

4) Share your cropped Instagram Video by clicking on "Publish", and selecting the "Export" button to post it or download it to your desired location.

Tips for Cropping Your Instagram Video Files

Creating the perfect Instagram video involves more than just shooting great footage. Cropping your videos correctly can make all the difference in how they are perceived by your audience.

  • Aspect Ratio: Use a 1:1 or 4:5 aspect ratio to ensure your video fits Instagram's preferred formats.
  • Centering: Keep the main subject in the center of the frame to avoid important elements being cut off.
  • Margins: Leave some space around the edges to prevent text or key visuals from being cropped out by Instagram's interface.
  • Resolution: Maintain a high resolution (at least 1080x1080 pixels) to ensure your video looks sharp and professional.
  • Preview: Always preview your cropped video on a mobile device to check how it will appear in the Instagram feed.

Tips for Cropping Your Instagram Video Files

Creating the perfect Instagram video involves more than just shooting great footage. Cropping your videos correctly can make all the difference in how they are perceived by your audience.

  • Aspect Ratio: Use a 1:1 or 4:5 aspect ratio to ensure your video fits Instagram's preferred formats.
  • Centering: Keep the main subject in the center of the frame to avoid important elements being cut off.
  • Margins: Leave some space around the edges to prevent text or key visuals from being cropped out by Instagram's interface.
  • Resolution: Maintain a high resolution (at least 1080x1080 pixels) to ensure your video looks sharp and professional.
  • Preview: Always preview your cropped video on a mobile device to check how it will appear in the Instagram feed.

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