Instagram Reels Adds Transitions to Editor
New Instagram Reels feature alert!
If you haven’t seen it yet, open up your Reels editor and record a Reel with more than one clip. Now go to “edit clips” and what do you see?
You should see a + sign in between the clips! If you hit that button, you’ll get the option to add in transitions. Though there’s not a whole lot of transition options right now, you will see Zoom, Blur, Warp, Flare, Spin, and Glitch.
So let’s take a deeper dive into this new editing feature!
How to use Reels Transitions
When you go to “edit clips” you will see these two buttons. Click on transitions to see your options.
Now click the + button to add a transition in between each clip.
One you click the + button, you will see this pop up saying Choose Transition: Zoom, Blur, Warp, Flare, Spin, and Glitch.
Reels Transitions Best Practices
Instagram Reels transitions are a fun way to spice up your videos, hold viewers’ attention and increase engagement. These fun transitions can work across any industry, from Real Estate to Retail, to Skincare and beyond. Here’s how you can use transitions to keep your viewer’s attention:
When playing with transitions, it may be easier to start with ONE or TWO of the same transition in your video. I personally think if you’re warping and spinning, you may throw your viewers off. So pick one and stick to that one for your full video the first time.
Use a transition after the first 3 seconds. This will capture the attention of your viewer right off the bat and keep them intrigued.
The zoom transition is the most popular transition right now on TikTok and Instagram and seems to be well liked by most viewers. I suggest trying that transition first!
Here’s an example of how I have used the Instagram Reels Transitions: Zoom in transition
What transition will you try? Connect with us on Instagram and tag us in your Reels!
