🎶 Instagram Adds Music to Carousel Posts: Here’s How to Use the New Feature
Instagram has rolled out an update that allows users to add background music to their carousel photo posts — a big creative upgrade that makes multi‑image posts more expressive and engaging. Before this change, adding music was mostly limited to Reels and Stories, but now even your static photo slideshows can have soundtracks.📸 What’s New?Until recently, carousel posts (multiple photos in one post) were silent — they just displayed the photos as you swiped through them. With the music feature, you can now:
👉 Music doesn’t autoplay in the feed: The track plays when someone interacts with the carousel.
👉 Song choice matters: You can browse by mood, search by title/artist, or use trending audio from Instagram’s music library.
👉 Availability may vary: Some users see this feature before others, depending on the app version and region. Updating your instagram app helps if you don’t see it yet.🎯 Why This Feature MattersThis update gives instagram users a more expressive way to share moments and adds emotional depth to carousel posts — whether it’s travel photos, event highlights, product showcases, memories, or storytelling collages. It helps photos feel more immersive without forcing creators into video formats. Disclaimer:The views and opinions expressed in this article are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of any agency, organization, employer, or company. All information provided is for general informational purposes only. While every effort has been made to ensure accuracy, we make no representations or warranties of any kind, express or implied, about the completeness, reliability, or suitability of the information contained herein. Readers are advised to verify facts and seek professional advice where necessary. Any reliance placed on such information is strictly at the reader’s own risk.
- 🎵 Choose a song that plays when someone views or swipes through your carousel.
- 📍 Add music without converting your carousel into a Reel or video.
- 🪩 Make your photo posts feel more immersive and alive.
👉 Music doesn’t autoplay in the feed: The track plays when someone interacts with the carousel.
👉 Song choice matters: You can browse by mood, search by title/artist, or use trending audio from Instagram’s music library.
👉 Availability may vary: Some users see this feature before others, depending on the app version and region. Updating your instagram app helps if you don’t see it yet.🎯 Why This Feature MattersThis update gives instagram users a more expressive way to share moments and adds emotional depth to carousel posts — whether it’s travel photos, event highlights, product showcases, memories, or storytelling collages. It helps photos feel more immersive without forcing creators into video formats. Disclaimer:The views and opinions expressed in this article are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of any agency, organization, employer, or company. All information provided is for general informational purposes only. While every effort has been made to ensure accuracy, we make no representations or warranties of any kind, express or implied, about the completeness, reliability, or suitability of the information contained herein. Readers are advised to verify facts and seek professional advice where necessary. Any reliance placed on such information is strictly at the reader’s own risk.