Instagram Carousel Size
Instagram Carousels allow up to 10 slides. Each slide shares the same aspect ratio as the first — if the first slide is 4:5 (1080 × 1350 px), all subsequent slides must also be 4:5. The 4:5 portrait ratio is recommended as it shows the largest in the feed.
Specifications
| Pixels | 1080 × 1350 px |
| Aspect ratio | 4:5 |
| Supported formats | JPG, PNG (up to 10 slides) |
| Max file size | 30 MB per slide |
| Safe zone | Keep content 100 px from all edges |
Design Tips
- →Set the first slide ratio intentionally — all other slides must match. Start with 4:5 (1080 × 1350 px) for maximum feed real estate.
- →Design slides with continuity cues: a design element that bleeds off the right edge of one slide and continues on the left edge of the next encourages swiping.
- →Avoid placing text or logos near the left or right edges — the slide navigation arrows can overlap these areas on the first viewing.
- →Carousels often see 3× higher engagement than single-image posts — use them for multi-step tutorials, before/after reveals, or product range showcases.
Create Instagram Carousel designs with Playyy
Set a custom canvas to 1080 × 1350 px, generate visuals from a text prompt, and export at the right dimensions — no design software needed.
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What size should Instagram Carousel images be?+
Instagram Carousel images should be 1080 × 1350 px (4:5 portrait) for maximum feed size. All slides in a carousel must match the ratio of the first slide — if the first slide is portrait, every slide must be portrait. Square (1080 × 1080 px) is the alternative if consistent cropping is needed.