Instagram recently changed how profile grids display. Instead of the long-standing square thumbnails (1080×1080, 1:1), the grid now shows taller previews in roughly 3:4 aspect ratio (~1013×1350).
Problem:
The planner currently assumes square previews. This can cause mismatches—images or layouts designed in the planner may look cropped or misaligned on Instagram’s new grid.
Evidence / references:
Reddit discussion
reporting new 3:4 grid previews.
Industry blog
confirming the change and dimensions.
Suggested enhancements:
Update docs to mention that Instagram uses 3:4 thumbnails.
Add an optional 3:4 grid preview mode in the UI so users can better simulate Instagram’s layout.
Include a warning or tooltip if users are designing with the old square assumption.
Why this matters:
Photographers and videographers planning their feeds need to know exactly how posts will look. Keeping the tool aligned with Instagram’s current behavior improves accuracy and user trust.
Instagram recently changed how profile grids display. Instead of the long-standing square thumbnails (1080×1080, 1:1), the grid now shows taller previews in roughly 3:4 aspect ratio (~1013×1350).
Problem:
The planner currently assumes square previews. This can cause mismatches—images or layouts designed in the planner may look cropped or misaligned on Instagram’s new grid.
Evidence / references:
Reddit discussion
reporting new 3:4 grid previews.
Industry blog
confirming the change and dimensions.
Suggested enhancements:
Update docs to mention that Instagram uses 3:4 thumbnails.
Add an optional 3:4 grid preview mode in the UI so users can better simulate Instagram’s layout.
Include a warning or tooltip if users are designing with the old square assumption.
Why this matters:
Photographers and videographers planning their feeds need to know exactly how posts will look. Keeping the tool aligned with Instagram’s current behavior improves accuracy and user trust.