Instagram introduces new features to enhance direct messaging (DM), including message translation, music sharing, scheduled messages, pinned content, and group chat QR codes.
In addition to strengthening Instagram’s messaging platform as a competitive alternative to existing chat services, these enhancements are intended to enhance the user experience.
Key Messaging Enhancements
- Message Translation: Users can now translate messages within their DMs, with support for 99 languages. To use this feature, they can hold down a message and tap “Translate.”
- Music Sharing: Instagram adds a 30-second music preview feature, allowing users to share songs directly in chats without leaving their DMs.
- Scheduled Messages: The new message scheduling tool lets users select a specific date and time for messages to be sent. This can be done by holding the send button after typing a message and choosing the desired schedule.
- Pinned Messages: Users can now pin important messages, memes, images, or Reels in both one-on-one and group chats, making it easier to access key content.
- Group Chat QR Codes: Instagram introduces QR codes for group chats, allowing users to generate and share a scannable code to invite others. The QR code can be shared instantly, saved as an image, or accessed through the share sheet.
New Safety and Content Management Features for Teens
Instagram also implements additional measures to protect younger users. Teen Accounts now come with built-in restrictions that limit unwanted contact and filter inappropriate content for users under 18.
A new content reset tool enables users, especially teens, to clear and refresh content recommendations across Feed, Explore, and Reels. This feature provides a clean slate, allowing recommendations to gradually adjust based on new interactions. It also gives users the option to review and unfollow accounts that no longer match their interests.
Instagram’s dedication to increasing user engagement, fostering better communication, and guaranteeing a safer experience for all users is reaffirmed by these upgrades.
