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Create a Portrait Cover for an Instagram Reel
Create a vertical cover with the face and key text inside a safe area. The main goal is to create a crop that works in both the grid and full-screen view.
Before you start
Portal and app requirements can change.
Always create a separate web copy.
Inspect text, faces and edges.
create a crop that works in both the grid and full-screen view
Safe workflow
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Note the current file type, size and pixel limits shown by the destination portal or app.
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Choose the best original and use FREE PIXEL to create a crop that works in both the grid and full-screen view.
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Download a separate copy, reopen it and inspect it before uploading to the destination service.
Quality and privacy
Keep key content away from top and bottom interface overlays.
Create each result from the original instead of repeatedly recompressing an exported copy.
Share numbers, QR codes, addresses and GPS data from identity documents only when required.
This guide is not an official rule of any government department or private platform. The latest requirements shown during submission always take priority.
Settings and export checks
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Start with the original ratio and keep safe space around the face, signature or document.
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Center the main subject without clipping important edges.
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Keep the ratio locked to avoid stretching or distortion.
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Before posting publicly, inspect faces, location data, numbers and private details visible in the background.
Common problems and fixes
If an upload is rejected, verify the real output format, pixel dimensions and file size instead of merely renaming the extension.
If the image looks soft, reduce compression or rebuild it from a larger original. Stretching a small image does not add real detail.
If color or orientation changes, reopen the download on another browser or phone and create a fresh result from the original.
Frequently asked questions about Create a Portrait Cover for an Instagram Reel
Which file format should I choose?
Follow the destination’s latest requirements first. When there is a choice, use JPG for photos, PNG for transparency and WebP for efficient web delivery.
How do I meet a file limit without losing too much quality?
Avoid dimensions larger than needed, begin around 85% quality and reduce in small steps. Inspect every result at 100% zoom.
Does FREE PIXEL upload my file?
No. Image processing happens in the current browser. For sensitive documents, it is still safer to remove unnecessary numbers and GPS data from the sharing copy.