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How to Share Facebook Videos on Instagram

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Title: How to Share Facebook Videos on Instagram

Introduction: Instagram and Facebook are two popular social media platforms that allow users to connect with friends, share content, and engage with a wider audience. While both platforms have their unique features, there may be times when you come across an interesting video on Facebook that you want to share on your Instagram feed. In this tutorial, we will guide you through the steps to share Facebook videos on Instagram easily.

Prerequisites:

  • An active Facebook account
  • An active Instagram account linked to your Facebook profile

Step 1: Find the Facebook video you want to share

  1. Log in to your Facebook account using the web browser or mobile app.
  2. Navigate to the video you wish to share on Instagram. This can be done by scrolling through your newsfeed, searching for specific videos, or visiting the video's profile page.

Step 2: Retrieve the Facebook video URL

  1. On the web browser, click on the timestamp (date) of the Facebook video to open it in a new tab.
  2. Once the video opens with its unique URL, copy the URL from the address bar (e.g., https://www.facebook.com/video.php?v=XXXXXXXXX).
  3. On the Facebook mobile app, tap the "Share" button (usually represented by three dots) below the video and then select "Copy Link" or "Copy Video Link".

Step 3: Share the Facebook video on Instagram

  1. Open the Instagram app on your mobile device and ensure you are logged in to your account.
  2. Tap the "+" button at the bottom center of the screen to start creating a new post.
  3. On the "New Post" screen, tap the "Library" option to access your device's media library.
  4. Locate and select the video you want to share from your media library. This will open the video editing screen.
  5. Apply any desired edits, filters, or captions to the video using Instagram's editing tools.
  6. Once you are satisfied with the edits, tap "Next" at the top right corner.

Step 4: Share the Facebook video URL in the caption

  1. In the "Write a caption..." field, paste the Facebook video URL you previously copied from Step 2.
  2. You can provide additional context or description about the video in the caption if desired.
  3. Ensure the caption, hashtags, location tags, and other settings are as desired.
  4. Tap "Share" at the top right corner to publish the post.

Congratulations! You have successfully shared a Facebook video on Instagram.

Note:

  • Although the Facebook video will not be directly embedded in the Instagram post, the URL will allow viewers to access and watch the video on Facebook.
  • The availability of these features may vary depending on your device, app version, and location.

Conclusion: Now you know how to share Facebook videos on Instagram effortlessly. By following these simple steps, you can enhance your Instagram feed with interesting and engaging videos that you come across on Facebook. Get creative and start sharing your favorite videos with your Instagram followers today!