How to Increase the Quality of Your Instagram Videos
Outline
- Introduction: Importance of high-quality Instagram videos.
- Pre-Production: Planning, audience, equipment.
- Shooting Techniques: Lighting, composition, audio.
- Video Editing: Software, color, sound, text, AI.
- Algorithm Optimization: Engagement, features, trends.
- Accessibility: Captions, descriptive audio.
- Conclusion: Recap and call to action.
Introduction
Alright, let's be real: Instagram is all about visuals. If your video's sharp, clear, and just plain good-looking, people are going to stop scrolling. That's just how it works. High-quality videos are a magnet for views and engagement.
But what exactly makes a video 'high-quality' on Instagram? We are talking videos that nail those Instagram video format specifications, videos that are shot right, and videos that are clear – blurry videos are a no-no.
In this article, we're going to break down how to upload high quality videos on Instagram. From the technical specifications, the shooting techniques, to the editing tricks you need to make videos that get noticed online.
#1. Make a good video.
If you have all the fancy gear to get good images and shots then that's good. If you want to create great Instagram videos with your android phone then here are some tips:
- Use portrait orientation.
Instagram stories, reels, IGTV all prioritize vertical viewing (on mobile phones) so the app will cut out parts of your video if it's larger than the screen size
- Good lighting is non-negotiable.
Find a bright spot or use natural light if you can. When recording your face you can use a ring light to brighten your face. Just ensure that you eliminate shadows and prevent getting a grainy video.
- Keep your phone steady.
If you must, use both of your hands, and lock your elbows to avoid the recording from being shaky. You can more preferably invest in getting a cheap tripod or gimbal for smooth shots
- Don't zoom with your phone's digital zoom.
It kills the quality of your pictures. Instead walk closer to your subject. Seriously, your videos will look way sharper.
- Manually set your focus and exposure.
Your phone should not auto-adjust it's focus and exposure to prevent the focus from being all over the place. When you set them to your choice, ensure you lock your selection and your videos will look way more polished. And set the video resolution to 1080p or even 4K if your phone can handle it.
- Edit your videos well.
Don't just use filters. Use apps like Canva, InShot and CapCut to edit your videos properly so you can get the best quality.