Instagram is nudging users to make in-feed posts they share to Stories full-screen.

Instagram introduced a new Expander feature for Stories

Threads is now nudging users to share their posts on Instagram.

Instagram is testing the ability for creators to add captions to their Stories.

Instagram has added a Watch Next frame to its Stories feature.

Instagram has started showing recent Story Highlights within Stories.

Instagram is reportedly developing a new Collage feature for Stories.

Instagram now allows users to comment on Stories, with those comments visible to other viewers.

Instagram has introduced several new text-based creative tools. For Reels and Stories, users now have access to expanded fonts, effects, and animations, along with a simplified text tool. For Photos and Carousels, users can now add text and layer images using stickers.

Instagram is currently testing a Link Highlight feature. This feature enables creators to link their Story Highlights within their Reels.

Instagram has rolled out a new AI feature called Backdrop, which it announced last year.