Instagram has recently added one of the most anticipated features for its consumers: the ability to upload posts from the browser. With this feature, users will not be dependent on the app from your mobile phone to upload your photos or videos.
This tool has no advantage over the version for mobile devices. However, Those who prefer to use the platform from the web or those who do not have a smartphone at their disposal will be able to enjoy Instagram as if they were in the application.
Using the social network through a web browser is virtually identical to using the app. Users can view temporary posts and click on the right side to move forward and the left side to go back, for example. You can also scroll down and see posts from people you follow, comment on them, like them, etc.
The only difference with Instagram Web is that the three-button icon has an additional function: 'insert'. Using this feature, you can get the HTML code to visually link Instagram posts to other websites.
In 'Stories' on the Instagram interface, users can see the next post before it appears. Additionally, the platform allows consumers to pause video streams, adjust volume, and more. While some of these features can be seen in the app, some people may find the web-based experience easier.
Consumers who choose to use the platform from their browser will be able to upload any content they want without having to use the app. To do this, simply select the button with the '+' sign located in the upper right corner of the screen.
Once inside, you will have to choose the photo or video you want to upload and Drag it to the window that will appear on the social network or select the file from the browserBy following these steps, users will be able to edit the image.
It should be noted that there are fewer options in the web version than in the app. However, these are more than enough: cropping the image, adjusting some details, such as contrast or brightness, etc.
On the other hand, the contents published through Instagram web They cannot be shared on Facebook, nor will they have the ability to hide likes or views.
Sign up for our newsletter and receive the latest technology news straight to your inbox.
We have blocked comments on this content. Only messages that have been moderated so far will be displayed, but new comments cannot be posted.
See the cases in which 20minutos.es will restrict the possibility of leaving comments.
20 MINUTES EDITOR, SL
Any reproduction without written permission from the company is prohibited for the purposes of article 32.1, second paragraph, of the Intellectual Property Law. Likewise, for the purposes established in article 33.1 of the Intellectual Property Law, the company declares the corresponding reservation of rights, by itself and through its editors or authors.
English 
Spanish