Instagram is now allowing users to add up to 20 photos or videos in a single feed carousel, doubling the previous limit of 10. This change reflects the platform’s embrace of the popular “photo dump” trend, where users share a collection of images and videos in one post rather than meticulously curating a single standout photo.
The concept of “photo dumps” has gained traction in recent years as users opt to share a broader range of moments and memories in a more casual and less polished format. Instagram’s decision to increase the carousel limit comes just in time for the end of summer, a period when users often share multiple highlights from their vacations and seasonal activities.
This update also positions Instagram closer to TikTok, which currently allows up to 35 photos in a single carousel post. While the increased limit offers more flexibility for content creation, it also raises concerns among some users who feel that Instagram is straying further from its original purpose as a simple photo-sharing app. With the platform already offering a variety of content formats, including reels, stories, and notes, some may find the expanded carousel feature overwhelming.
The introduction of the expanded carousel limit was anticipated, as Instagram had been spotted testing the feature earlier this year. The update was officially announced on Thursday, just a day after Instagram revealed that “Views” would become the primary metric for all content types, including reels, live streams, photos, carousels, and stories. This shift will allow creators to track engagement consistently across their content. As Instagram continues to evolve, the platform’s latest changes highlight its commitment to adapting to user trends and staying competitive in the rapidly changing social media landscape.
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