Using Instagram on Mac: how to do it!

Use Instagram on Mac

Instagram , a fantastic mobile app that makes it easy to share photos and videos with your followers… Want to access it through your web browser on a Mac? Interested in learning how to use this social network effectively on your Mac? Discover everything you need to know to get started right!

Connect to Instagram 

Of course, you must log in to your account using your login credentials before you can perform any actions. On your Mac computer, you have two different ways to log in to Instagram : via the application or via a browser.

Install the Instagram app on Mac

Instagram app on Mac

Your first step will be to install the Instagram app on your Mac computer. However, you must be very careful not to download the wrong app or one of its outdated versions, or you risk wasting your time. 

Indeed, your computer's operating system will only work with an up-to-date Instagram application for macOS. To download AppTrans

1. In your software library, open the AppTrans software

2. In the search bar, enter Instagram and click on the icon that appears

3. Enter your Apple ID and the download will begin

A notification will alert you when the download is complete. Now, go to the folder containing your .ipa file to verify that the application is properly installed. You can now log in to your Instagram account. 

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Access Instagram on Mac via a browser

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This option is better suited for people who want to save space on their computer. While the user experience isn't as good as accessing it through the app, all the features are there. All you have to do is open your preferred browser and search for Instagram. You'll then be redirected to a link that acts as a portal. This remains the easiest way to access Instagram.

Take action on Instagram

If you don't already have an Instagram account, you'll be asked to create one by providing some personal information. The privacy policy will explain how this information will be used. Only then will you be able to use Instagram's features. 

To post photos to your news feed from your Mac

Step 1: Below your Instagram feed, you will see a toolbar and the addition symbol "+". Click on it.

Step 2: You will be automatically redirected to your gallery. Using your cursor, you can select and scroll through the images. Click on the photo you want and press " choose " to confirm your selection.

Instagram on Mac

Step 3: In the bottom left corner, the arrow allows you to zoom in on the image. The small circle in the right corner allows you to rotate the image. However, you don't have to use these options if you already like the shape of your photo.

Step 4: To apply the different filters, select the " filter " option. Ideally, use the filters after you've set the correct size for your image. You can try different filters until you're satisfied. The process will continue as long as you don't click " next ".

Step 5: To publish your photo, you have the " share " option.

Perfect! This image has just been published on your Instagram feed. All your followers will now be able to see it, like it, and even comment on it.

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To post photos to Stories from your Mac

Instagram stories on Mac

Instagram's Stories feature lets you post a photo that's accessible for 24 hours. This allows you to create ephemeral posts, perhaps during specific moments of your day. The process is outlined below: 

Step 1: On the home page, you will see a camera icon in the upper left corner, click on it.

Step 2: Next, find the image you want to share in your story and double-click to select it. To express your emotions, you have a whole gallery of stickers at your disposal. If you prefer text, simply tap the " Aa " option in the upper right corner. The keyboard will appear with the " Done " option. Tap it when you're finished typing.

Step 3: With the " Add " option, you can share your image in stories. To remove it, simply tap the cross.

Now you know how to log in to and use Instagram on your Mac. If you encounter a specific problem while logging in, we recommend consulting Instagram's help page .

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