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How to Make an Instagram Story (Right Size, No Cropping)

Instagram Stories are full-screen 1080×1920 (9:16). Keep text away from the top and bottom where the UI sits.

Full vertical screen. The same size works for Reels, TikTok and Snapchat.
  1. Use 1080×1920 (9:16). Full vertical screen. The same size works for Reels, TikTok and Snapchat.
  2. Mind the UI zones. Keep key text out of the top ~250px and bottom ~250px where the profile and actions overlay.
  3. Describe your story. Pick the Story surface in AI All Social and describe the look; it composes vertically.
  4. Export and post. Download at exactly 1080×1920 — upload-ready, no cropping.
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FAQ

What size is an Instagram Story?

1080×1920 px (9:16). The same size works for Reels, TikTok, and Snapchat.

Why is my Story text cut off?

It's too close to the top/bottom UI. Keep important text in the central area.

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