Key takeaways:
- You can tag people in an Instagram post after posting by editing the post
- Tagging people in posts can increase engagement and reach
- You can tag up to 20 people in a single post
- Tagging someone in a comment is different than tagging them in the post itself
Instagram is one of the most popular social media platforms, with millions of users sharing photos and videos every day. One of the key features of Instagram is the ability to tag other users in your posts. Tagging someone in a post can help increase engagement, reach a wider audience, and give credit to others involved in the content.
But what if you forget to tag someone when you first post? Don’t worry, it’s easy to go back and add tags after the fact. Here’s how to do it:
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Editing Your Post to Add Tags
To tag someone in an Instagram post after posting, follow these steps:
- Go to your profile and find the post you want to edit
- Tap the three dots in the top right corner of the post
- Select “Edit”
- Tap “Tag People” at the bottom of the post
- Tap on the photo where you want to add a tag
- Start typing the username of the person you want to tag
- Select their username from the list that appears
- Tap “Done” in the top right corner
- Tap “Done” again to save your changes
You can tag up to 20 people in a single post. If you’re trying to tag someone but their username isn’t appearing, they may have changed their privacy settings to prevent being tagged.
Benefits of Tagging People in Posts
Tagging people in your Instagram posts can have several benefits:
- Increased engagement: When you tag someone, they’ll get a notification, which can encourage them to like, comment on, or share your post.
- Wider reach: If the person you tagged has a public account, their followers may also see your post, potentially exposing your content to a new audience.
- Giving credit: If you’re posting content that features or was created by someone else, tagging them is a way to give proper credit and recognition.
- Building relationships: Tagging can be a way to connect with other users and build relationships on the platform.
Tagging in Comments vs. Tagging in Posts
It’s important to note that tagging someone in a comment is different than tagging them in the post itself. When you tag someone in a comment, they’ll get a notification, but the post won’t show up on their profile under “Tagged Photos.”
Tagging someone in the post, on the other hand, will add the post to a separate section on their profile where all the posts they’ve been tagged in are collected. If their account is public, anyone who visits their profile will be able to see the posts they’ve been tagged in.
FAQ
Can I tag someone in an Instagram post after posting?
Yes, you can tag someone in an Instagram post after posting by editing the post and using the “Tag People” feature.
How many people can I tag in an Instagram post?
You can tag up to 20 people in a single Instagram post.
What happens when I tag someone in an Instagram post?
When you tag someone in an Instagram post, they’ll get a notification. If their account is public, the post will also be added to a separate section on their profile where all the posts they’ve been tagged in are collected.
What if I can’t find the person I want to tag?
If you’re trying to tag someone but their username isn’t appearing, they may have changed their privacy settings to prevent being tagged. You can try asking them to change their settings or mentioning them in a comment instead.
Is tagging someone in a comment the same as tagging them in the post?
No, tagging someone in a comment is different than tagging them in the post itself. When you tag someone in a comment, they’ll get a notification, but the post won’t show up on their profile under “Tagged Photos.” Tagging someone in the post will add the post to a separate section on their profile.
