How to Make a Collage for Instagram

Instagram is one of the best places to share photo collages — but getting the sizing right is crucial. Here's our step-by-step guide to creating Instagram-ready collages using Collage Maker.

Instagram size guide

• Feed post (square): 1080 × 1080px (1:1)
• Feed post (portrait): 1080 × 1350px (4:5) — shows larger in the feed
• Story / Reel: 1080 × 1920px (9:16)

Step 1: Choose a template

Head to our templates page and filter by "Grid" for classic Instagram-style layouts. Our grid templates work perfectly for feed posts.

Step 2: Open the editor

Click on your chosen template to open the info page, then click "Start a project" to launch the editor.

Step 3: Add your photos

Drag and drop photos from your device, or upload them via the left sidebar. Click each cell to select it, then drag a photo in to fill it.

Step 4: Choose a size variant

Most templates include multiple size variants. Click the size picker in the editor to switch between square, portrait, and story sizes. Your photos carry over automatically.

Step 5: Adjust and customise

Use the right panel to adjust the background colour, cell spacing, and corner radius. Small tweaks can make a huge difference to the final look.

Step 6: Download and share

Click the download button, choose your resolution, and save. Then upload directly to Instagram from your phone.

That's it! With a little practice you'll be creating beautiful Instagram collages in minutes. Get started now →