Overview

This article guides users on how to share content from the PostBeyond platform to Instagram, emphasizing the manual caption pasting process and the sharing flow for both iOS and Android devices. It also highlights the flexibility users have in photo resizing, repositioning, and adding personal touches like emojis and GIFs when posting to their Instagram feed or story.

 

Information

Copying Caption from PostBeyond

One thing to note is that the caption in PostBeyond does not get auto-pasted to your Instagram post or story. This is because captions can contain a lot of text that the user may not want to use - especially in a story!

That said, it is available for use and the caption is auto copied when you choose to share to Instagram. Therefore, you can apply the same caption if you choose to by simply clicking 'Paste' as you would normally on your mobile device.

 

Sharing Flow

Whether you are sharing via an iOS device or an Android device, the sharing flow involves navigating out of the PostBeyond app to the Instagram app to complete the share. The specific flow for iOS and Android devices can be seen here: iOS, Android.

 

Photo Resizing & Repositioning

You have autonomy over the ratio of the photo you choose to share, as you normally would in Instagram by expanding the image, adding a filter, changing the contrast, etc.

Whether you are posting an image to your feed:

Or sharing to your story:

The user can create a custom experience for their social network.

 

EMOJIs & Other Actions

When sharing to Instagram, please remember that you always have the ability to use all of the functions available, even EMOJIs, GIFs, etc. The choice is yours!

 

Helpful Resources

Here are some helpful resources for users of the PostBeyond platform:

• Sign Up for PostBeyond Platform Training!
• What is a Leaderboard?
• When Do I Share the Content I Suggested?

 

FAQ

Why doesn't the caption from PostBeyond auto-paste to Instagram?

The caption doesn't auto-paste because it may contain a lot of text that the user might not want to use, particularly in an Instagram story. However, it is auto-copied and can be manually pasted.

Can I resize and reposition photos when sharing from PostBeyond to Instagram?

Yes, you have full control over the photo's ratio, resizing, and repositioning, as well as the ability to add filters and adjust contrast just like you would in the Instagram app.

Are there any differences in the sharing flow between iOS and Android devices?

The sharing flow involves navigating from the PostBeyond app to the Instagram app on both iOS and Android devices, but the specific steps may vary slightly. Detailed flows for each platform can be found in the provided resources.

Can I use emojis and GIFs when sharing posts to Instagram from PostBeyond?

Yes, you can use all the functions available on Instagram, including emojis, GIFs, and other actions when sharing posts from PostBeyond.

Who can I contact if I have questions about using PostBeyond?

If you have any questions, you can contact the support team at support@postbeyond.com.