Instagram Stories allow users to share moments with followers for 24 hours. Sometimes, one story isn’t enough to tell a full story or showcase multiple moments. Fortunately, Instagram provides several ways to add multiple stories at once or one by one.
Here are three easy methods to upload multiple Instagram Stories on an Android or iPhone device.
1. Use the “Select Multiple” Feature
Instagram allows users to upload multiple photos or videos to Stories at the same time using the “Select Multiple” option. This is the quickest way to post multiple stories.
Steps to Add Multiple Stories at Once:
- Open the Instagram app and tap the “+” icon or swipe right to open the Story camera.
- Tap on the gallery icon (bottom left) to open your camera roll.
- Tap “Select Multiple” (appears as two overlapping squares).
- Choose up to 10 photos or videos from your gallery.
- Tap “Next” and edit each story with text, stickers, or filters.
- Tap “Share” to upload all the selected stories.
📌 Tip: This method is perfect for posting a sequence of images or videos quickly.
2. Add Stories One by One Manually
If you prefer to add each story separately instead of selecting multiple files at once, you can manually upload stories one by one.
How to Add Stories One by One:
- Open Instagram and swipe right to access the Story camera.
- Take a new photo/video or select one from your gallery.
- Edit your story by adding stickers, GIFs, text, or effects.
- Tap “Your Story” to upload it.
- To add another story, repeat the process by tapping “+” or swiping right again.
📌 Tip: This method allows you to customize each story separately before posting.
3. Use the “Highlights” Feature to Combine Stories
If you want to keep multiple stories visible beyond 24 hours, you can use Story Highlights. This feature allows you to save and group stories under different categories on your Instagram profile.
How to Add Multiple Stories to Highlights:
- Go to your Instagram profile and tap “New” under Story Highlights.
- Select multiple stories from your Archived Stories.
- Choose a name and cover image for the Highlight.
- Tap “Add” to create your Highlight collection.
📌 Tip: This method is great for keeping important stories visible for your followers even after 24 hours.
FAQs
1. How many stories can I upload at once?
Instagram allows you to upload up to 10 stories at a time using the “Select Multiple” feature. However, you can keep adding more manually.
2. Is there a limit to how many stories I can post in a day?
Yes, Instagram allows up to 100 stories per day. If you reach this limit, you’ll need to delete older stories before adding new ones.
3. Why don’t I see the “Select Multiple” option?
If the “Select Multiple” feature is missing:
✔ Make sure you have the latest version of Instagram installed.
✔ Try restarting the app or your phone.
✔ If the option is still missing, Instagram might be rolling out updates gradually.
4. Can I add multiple stories with different filters and stickers?
Yes! After selecting multiple stories, you can edit each one separately by adding different filters, text, stickers, GIFs, and effects.
5. Can I schedule multiple stories in advance?
Instagram doesn’t have a built-in scheduling feature, but you can use third-party tools like:
- Meta Business Suite (for business accounts)
- Later, Buffer, or Hootsuite (for content planning)
6. Can I add more stories after posting the first one?
Yes! You can keep adding stories throughout the day by repeating the process. Your new stories will appear in order after your previous ones.
7. How can I reorder my Instagram Stories?
Unfortunately, Instagram does not allow users to change the order of stories once they’re uploaded. The only way to adjust the sequence is to delete and re-upload them in the correct order.
8. Can I add old photos or videos to my stories?
Yes! Instagram lets you upload older content from your gallery. If it’s more than 24 hours old, Instagram may add a date sticker, but you can remove or edit it.
9. Why do my stories lose quality when I upload multiple at once?
Instagram may compress images and videos, especially if:
✔ The file is too large.
✔ Your internet connection is slow.
✔ Your story format isn’t optimized (use 1080×1920 resolution for best quality).
10. Can I add multiple stories to my Highlights after 24 hours?
Yes! Even if your stories disappear from your profile after 24 hours, you can find them in the Archive section and add them to Story Highlights anytime.
Final Thoughts
Adding multiple stories on Instagram is easy with the “Select Multiple” feature, manually adding stories, or using Highlights to keep them longer. Whether you want to share your daily routine, events, or promotions, these methods will help you organize and upload multiple stories seamlessly.
