How to DM on Instagram - Instagram Direct Messages

TL;DR

Learn how to send direct messages on Instagram using the app, including text messages, photos, voice messages, and stickers.

Transcript

everyone in today's instagram video i want to show you how to send a direct message on instagram it's called a dm if you send it using the app now this only works on the instagram app you cannot do this on instagram.com so simply launch the app and there's two different places you could do this i'll show you the easiest one and the way most people ... Read More

Key Insights

• 😀 Instagram direct messages can only be sent through the app and not the website.
• 📷 You can send text messages, photos, voice messages, and stickers in Instagram direct messages.
• 📁 The layout of the direct message chat is the same regardless of whether you have Instagram Messenger or the classic direct messages.
• 👊 Instagram now allows for video chat within direct messages, either one-on-one or in group chats.
• 👊 Group chats can be created within Instagram direct messages and include video chat functionality.
• 📑 The primary tab in direct messages consists of messages from people you know or have interacted with before, while the general tab captures all other types of messages.
• 🥹 Message requests can hold messages that Instagram filters out and puts on hold until you check the requests section.

Questions & Answers

Q: How can I send a direct message on Instagram?

To send a direct message on Instagram, open the app, search for the user or business page, go to their profile, and click on the message icon to start a private conversation.

Q: Can I send photos through Instagram direct messages?

Yes, you can send photos by clicking on the picture icon in the direct message chat, which will give you access to your camera. You can take a photo and send it instantly.

Q: Is it possible to send voice messages on Instagram?

Absolutely! By pressing and holding the microphone icon in the direct message chat, you can record and send voice messages, making it convenient, especially when you're unable to type out a message.

Q: How do I set up quick replies in Instagram direct messages?

To set up quick replies, click on the three dots icon in the direct message chat and choose the option to set up new quick replies. This feature is useful for quickly responding, particularly for business pages.

Summary & Key Takeaways

• Launch the Instagram app and use the search icon to find the user or business page you want to message.

• Click on the message icon on the user's profile to open a private message between you and the chosen person or page.

• You can send text messages, photos, voice messages, and stickers through Instagram direct messages.