How to Use Your Customizable Instagram Single Image Post Template

To Edit or Not to Edit, the Choice Is Yours

Although you can customize your new Instagram Single Image Post template with your logo, brand colors, and messaging, they're also highly effective as they are. For those looking to post immediately without edits, click here.  

If you want to make this post uniquely yours, however, create a free Canva account here and read on.


How to Edit Your Single Image Post

  1. Double-click the open-in-canva.html file from your downloadable folder to open the Instagram post template in Canva.
  2. Next, try adding your logo or brand colors.
    1. Pro tip: If there’s not enough space to fit your logo, then just add your brand colors for a consistent look.

  3. Looking good! Once your design is ready, you can post to Instagram (or the social media channel of your choice).
  4. In Canva, on the top corner above the editor, click Share.
  5. Click  Share on social.
  6. Select the app you want to use, in this case Instagram.
  7. Select Publish your post. Scanning the QR code will direct you to the Canva app on your phone where you can upload to Instagram.
  8. (Optional) Try publicizing your post through your other social media channels to drive cross-channel traffic.

How to Post Your Single Image Post to Instagram Without Editing 

To post to Instagram without editing the template, log into Instagram on your desktop or smartphone and create a new post. Need a refresher? We have you covered.

  1. Open Instagram and select Add Post Icon.
  2. Select the image you downloaded from your FMG content library. 
  3. After making any further edits within Instagram, select Share to set your post live.