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Earlier this month, Instagram took on Snapchat with a version of the 'story' format, where users can create temporary videos their followers can see.
Now a new update to Instagram will mean stories include camera features already available on Snapchat.
Android and iOS users will be able to swipe up and down to zoom while the video is being recorded.
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Earlier this month, Instagram tool on Snapchat with a version of the 'story' format, where users can create temporary videos their followers can see. Now a new update to Instagram will mean stories include camera features already available on Snapchat
WHAT IS AVAILABLE WITH THE UPDATE?The update is included is Version 9.1 of Instagram on the App Store.
'We have a few improvements to Instagram S tories!' the company's description says.
'Zoom with one hand as you're recording a video. Slide your finger up while holding the video record button.'
Users can also switch camera mode while recording a video if they double tap to flip between the front and back camera.
The update is included is Version 9.1 of Instagram on the App Store.
'We have a few improvements to Instagram Stories!' the company's description says.
'Zoom with one hand as you're recording a video. Slide your finger up while holding the video record button.'
Users can also switch the camera mode while recording a video if they double tap to flip between the front and back camera.
The 'stories' feature lets users create 10-second videos.
They will be able to apply filters, type text and doodle over the clips.
To make an Instagram story, tap the plus icon within a circle, found on the top left of the feed. Then, hold down the button at the bottom for up to 10 seconds to record video. Options to add text and draw using a variety of colours will then be available
WHAT ARE 'STORIES'?The feature lets users create 10-second videos then apply filters, type text, add emojis and doodle over the clips.
The videos will appear on someone's profile for 24 hours.
Unlike videos shared on someone's Instagram feed, exactly who has viewed the story will be able to be seen by whoever posted it.
The company has named it 'Stories' because this is the name people have widely adopted for the format, most widely-associated with Snapchat.
The videos will appear on someone's profile for 24 hours.
The Californian-headquartered company says the feature is for those who worry about posting too many pictures and clogging up their followers' feeds.
The company has named it 'Stories' because this is the name people have widely adopted for the format, most commonly associated with Snapchat.
Unlike videos shared on someone's Instagram feed, exactly who has viewed the story will be able to be seen by whoever posted it.
Users can also choose to save the videos or post to their Instagram feed, where they will become permanent like normal Instagram videos.
Unlike normal Instagram posts, users cannot comment and like stories, but there is an option to leave a comment to whoever posted the story - this is sent to them as a direct message
HOW TO CREATE A STORYTo make an Instagram story, tap the plus icon within a circle, found on the top left of the feed.
Then, hold down the button at the bottom for up to 10 seconds to record video.
By swiping right a series of filters can be applied to the video.
Options to add text and draw using a variety of colours, including some exciting neon colours, are also available.
Then users can either specify which of their followers they want to hide individual stories from, or alternatively this can be specified in Settings to apply to all stories.
To make an Instagram story, tap the plus icon within a circle, found on the top left of the feed (pictured)
'With Instagram Stories, you don't have to worry about over-posting. Instead, you can share as much as you want to throughout the day — with as much creativity as you want,' the company said in a blog post.
'You can bring your story to life in new ways with text and drawing tools. The photos and videos will disappear after 24 hours and won't appear on your profile grid or in feed.'
Stories appear at the top of the Instagram feed. When someone has an unseen story, their profile picture will be circled with a colourful ring.
The accounts that users interact with most frequently will automatically be the first to appear.
Unlike normal Instagram posts, users cannot comment and like stories, but there is an option to leave a comment to whoever posted the story - this is sent to them as a direct message.
Users can either specify which of their followers they want to hide individual stories from, or alternatively this can be s pecified in Settings to apply to all stories
'Your story follows the privacy settings of your account,' the company said.
'If you set your account to private, your story is visible only to your followers.
'However, you can also easily hide your entire story from anyone you don't want to see it, even if they follow you.
'When watching your own story, swipe up to check out who's seen each photo and video. You can even choose to feature a particular part of your story by posting it on your profile.'
Stories appear at the top of the Instagram feed. When someone has an unseen story, their profile picture will be circled with a colourful ring
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Source: Instagram updates camera controls in Snapchat-style 'Stories': Feature now lets you zoom while recording videos
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