Stories are full-screen
Instagram stories use a tall 9:16 frame. Images that are not vertical may be cropped or displayed in a way that changes the focus of the image.
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Instagram story crop preview guide
See how Instagram story images can crop or hide edge content on mobile before you post.
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top UI
bottom UI
safe story area
Edges are risky
Story controls and phone screens can make top, bottom, and edge content less reliable. Keep important text, faces, and product details inside the safer center area.
Use the preview first
The Instagram story checker helps you spot full-screen crop risk and edge issues before the image reaches the app.