New York – Great news for Android users: Instagram’s new video editing app, Edits, is officially live on the Google Play Store, making it easier than ever for creators to craft high-quality videos all in one place. Initially launched for iOS users through pre-orders earlier this year, the app is now available for free across both App Store and Google Play Store platforms.
Designed with content creators in mind, Edits aims to eliminate the hassle of switching between multiple apps by bringing together powerful editing tools under one roof.
In a recent blog post, Instagram stated:
“The process of making videos can be challenging, often requiring multiple apps and complicated workflows. With Edits, you now have a dedicated space with powerful capabilities for video creation”.
What Is Edits by Instagram?
Edits is Instagram’s latest standalone app focused entirely on simplifying mobile video production. Whether you’re a beginner looking to step up your game or a professional creator managing multiple projects, Edits is designed to streamline your creative workflow.
Here’s what users can do with it:
- All-in-One Workflow: Plan, edit, manage, and export video content without ever leaving the app. No watermarks, no third-party tools needed.
- Smart Tools: Use a frame-accurate timeline, advanced camera features, AI effects, and animations to produce polished videos.
- Creative Inspiration: Browse a curated feed of trending Reels with popular sounds and get insights into what’s performing well.
Instagram built the app in close collaboration with creators, many of whom got early access and provided feedback that shaped the app’s current features.
What’s Coming Next?
Instagram isn’t stopping with the current version. A series of updates are already in the works to further boost the app’s creative power:
- Keyframes: Animate specific moments in your clips by adjusting position, scale, and rotation.
- Modify (AI Tool): Instantly change the look and style of your video using AI-driven visual enhancements.
- Collaboration Features: Share drafts and edits with collaborators, friends, or brand partners.
- More Creative Add-ons: Expect new fonts, transition effects, voice filters, and access to a royalty-free music library.
How to Download and Use Edits by Instagram
Getting started is simple:
- Head to the Google Play Store or Apple App Store.
- Search for Edits by Instagram.
- Download the app and sign in with your existing Instagram credentials.
Once logged in, you’re ready to start creating and sharing your next viral video—no additional setup required.
With its sleek design and intuitive interface, Edits is poised to become a go-to tool for Instagram Reels creators and social media influencers looking to up their video content game.
