Carousel posts let you share multiple images within a single post, making it easy to tell a complete story or showcase different angles of your content.
What is a carousel post
A carousel post is a post type that allows you to share multiple images within a single post. Users can swipe or click through the images to view all the content you've shared.
Why use carousel posts
Carousel posts are perfect when you need to share multiple images that work together. This feature provides a straightforward way to:
Tell a story across multiple images
Show different angles or details of a product
Share step-by-step tutorials
Display before and after comparisons
How to create a carousel post
Follow these steps to create your carousel post:
Navigate to the 'create post' section in your dashboard
Select the 'image type post' option
Upload multiple images by selecting them from your device
Arrange your images in the order you want them to appear
Add your caption and customize settings for each platform
Schedule or publish your carousel post
For best results, use images with consistent dimensions and high quality. Most platforms work well with square (1:1) or landscape (16:9) aspect ratios.
Best practices for carousel posts
Keep your images visually cohesive with similar lighting and style
Use the first image as a hook to encourage users to swipe through
Include a clear call-to-action in your caption
Test different image orders to see what performs best