Instagram can now send photos and videos from a computer
Instagram can now send photos and videos from a computer
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Instagram still does not allow you to upload photos from your computer and post them to your feed. But now, through the Windows 10 desktop app, you can send photos and videos in a private message.

Instagram can now send photos and videos from a computer
Instagram can now send photos and videos from a computer

To use this feature, launch the Instagram app on your computer and click on the camera button in the upper left corner of the interface.

How to upload a photo to Instagram from a computer
How to upload a photo to Instagram from a computer

Then you can take a selfie, "boomerang" or a video clip. If you wish, add stickers, text and draw something before choosing which of your contacts to send the file to.

Photo creation
Photo creation

You can also reply to private messages with photos and videos, including those taken with the camera and saved from stories. However, you will not be able to download images or videos from the hard drive.

It's strange that on Instagram you can only send photos and videos in private messages to contacts and in group conversations, but not post them. The desktop app has settings where you can specify who you want to share your stories with.

Instagram Stories Settings
Instagram Stories Settings

But when you try to post your photo, you will be prompted to select the contact to whom you will send it.

How to Upload a Photo to Instagram from Computer: Recipients
How to Upload a Photo to Instagram from Computer: Recipients

There is no way to post an image to your feed like you usually do with stories on mobile.

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