Instagram chief Adam Mosseri today announced several new features coming to the social network, including a revamped website. Instagram is launching a new Instagram.com design as many users take advantage of Instagram on the web for multitasking.
The updated design is described as cleaner, faster and easier to use, with a layout that was designed to take advantage of larger screens. Mosseri said Instagram aims to make the website “as enjoyable as possible”.
🎉 New features 🎉 A few “finally features” that I think will get you excited… – Release schedule (coming soon)
– Web IG updates pic.twitter.com/5tyMxWh1n8
-Adam Mosseri (@mosseri) November 8, 2022
Instagram today also announced the addition of scheduled posts, a feature aimed at creators but available to all users. With the new option, Instagram users can schedule a post up to 75 days in advance.
Instagram can be downloaded for free from the App Store or accessed on the web via Instagram.com.
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