Instagram introduced reels in 2020 as a way for users for to showcase their creativity or brands using short, immersive and educative videos.
At first, reels were only 15 seconds long, but currently, you can make reels up to 90 seconds. If you use frequently, then most likely you have come across reels that you like or contain valuable information.
Instagram is the source of entertainment and reels has added life to the platform.
Everyone on the platform loves to make and watch reels, giving confidence of featuring one’s talent on the social media in front of more than a million people.
Reels are actually a shot film that longs for 15 seconds and 60 seconds. But, recently the limit has been extended upto 90 seconds.
Also, unlike Instagram stories reels don’t have the time frame of 24 hours and can be seen on the profile like other posts until the person wants to delete it.
The popularity of Instagram reels is gaining conscious of so many people that most of the Instagram influencers has gained their stardom from the reels only. The Instagram algorithm works on the agenda of reels reached the followers and non-followers more than the post does.
Additionally, users and creators prefer reels because they have several unique editing tools and an audio tracks library. The library features a variety of tracks, including old classics and popular or trending music.
The filters and background captions and video clips can also be added to the reels in order to enhance the quality of the reels.
For short videos like reels, it would be ideal to pause the video get a closer look at something you like. Unfortunately, the instagram app doesn’t have a pause reel function.
The best news is this article explains a method you can use to stop the video momentarily, even without the pause button.
Step wise guide on pausing Instagram reels
There are two ways to pause an Instagram reel, depending on the platform:
Method 1
Instagram mobile app
Follow the steps below to pause a reel on the Instagram mobile app:
1. Launch the Instagram app on your mobile device.
2. Tap on the reel icon at the bottom (the one in the center)
3. Scroll down to find a reel you like.
4. To pause, place your finger on video without releasing it. You’ll notice that the reel will pause.
5. Remove your finger to continue playing the reel.
METHOD 2
INSTAGRAM DESKTOP VERSION
Follow the steps below to pause a reel on Instagram desktop version;
1. Navigate to Instagram on your favorite browser.
2. Go through your feed to find a reel you like.
3. To pause, click in the middle of the reel. A white play icon appears in the middle of the reel.
4. Click on the play icon to continue playing.
CONCLUSION
Reels are an excellent choice if you’re looking for a way to increase engagement and grow your Instagram following.
To make creative and entertaining reels utilize a wide array of editing and innovative tools like filters, effects, backgrounds, captions and video clips. You can also choose appropriate audio for your reel from the vast library.
Instagram doesn’t have a pause reel function for its mobile app. The next best thing is placing your finger on the reel to pause it. Keep your finger on the reel for as long as in necessary, then release to start playing.
To pause a reel on the Instagram desktop version, click in the middle of the reel.
Here’s all you can know about the pausing of the reels.