Instagram’s New Features: Spotify Integration To Notes And Customizable Grid

Instagram has introduced Spotify music integration into Notes, allowing users to share the songs they’re currently listening to in real time. Announced on Thursday (June 12), this update enhances the temporary status feature located in the Stories section by syncing directly with Spotify, updating as the music changes. This integration builds upon last year’s “Add to Spotify” button and provides a more dynamic, real-time connection between the two platforms.

The update echoes nostalgic features from older messaging platforms like MSN, where users could display what they were listening to. Until now, music could only be added manually to Notes; the new feature automates the process, improving the experience and making it more expressive. Instagram explained that this change is part of its broader “Anyway” campaign, which aims to reduce pressure on users and encourage creativity and spontaneous sharing.

Another key feature coming soon is the ability to manually rearrange posts on a user’s profile grid. Starting next week, users will be able to reposition content in any order, moving beyond the current reverse-chronological layout. This feature grants more control over how one’s profile is presented, especially beneficial for creators and brands.

The customizable grids will be very welcomed by many Instagram users (Image: Meta)

Additionally, Instagram is expanding access to a reels testing feature that lets creators preview how their videos perform with new audiences before sharing them publicly. Previously limited in availability, this tool reportedly led to a 40% increase in posting frequency among early adopters, according to the platform.

These changes align with Instagram’s ongoing effort to support users in managing the pressure and anxiety of posting online, which the “Anyway” campaign directly addresses. While more features aimed at easing this experience are in development, further details will be revealed in the future.

Finally, Meta confirmed that a native Instagram app for iPad is in development—a long-requested addition, especially given that Android tablets already have dedicated support. This move could enhance the user experience for Apple tablet users and is part of broader efforts to modernize the platform across devices.

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