Discovering Instagram Blend: A New Way to share Reels
Instagram has made it easier to enjoy a variety of Reels with friends through its new feature called Blend. This tool allows users to create personalized feeds of Reels for themselves and anyone they invite into a direct message (DM) group.
What is Instagram Blend?
On Thursday, Meta announced the launch of Instagram Blend, inspired by Spotify's playlist feature of the same name. Just like Spotify Blend combines your music preferences with those of a friend, Instagram’s version mixes your favorite Reels with those shared by others in your chat group.The content updates daily, keeping things fresh and engaging.
How to Create Your Own Blend
To start using this feature, simply tap the Blend icon located next to the call button at the top right corner of your chat window. From there, you can select “Invite” to bring others from that chat into your new Reel feed.A blend will only be created once someone accepts your invitation. You can also join an existing blend if invited by someone else in another chat.
Once set up, you’ll have access to a stream of Reels that are different from what appears on your main feed.This means you can discover new content shared by friends or family members every day.
Comparing Features: Public vs Private Finding
Instagram introduced this feature just three months after launching a dedicated tab for Reels where users could see what their friends and followers liked or commented on publicly. While that option allows for broader visibility among all users, Instagram Blend offers a more private experience where you can view content specifically chosen by people close to you.
Both features aim to enhance how users discover new creators and content they might not typically encounter in their regular feeds. If one of your friends enjoys a particular Reel, there's a good chance you'll find it appealing too.
Availability and Updates
Currently, not everyone has access to Instagram Blend in their chats yet. To check if it's available for you, make sure you've updated the app through either the App Store or Google Play Store; however, keep in mind that even after updating, some may still find the icon inactive until further rollout occurs.
Instagram's introduction of the Blend feature provides an exciting way for users to connect over shared interests while discovering fresh content together within their private groups.
