Instagram starts testing report feature: Here’s what it means for users

Instagram is reportedly testing a new feature X-like which will enable users to share content directly to their main feed. According to a report Techcrunch, Instagram is working on a ‘repost’ feature which will allow users to post content directly to their main feed. For years, Instagram users have relied on workarounds, such as third-party apps or sharing posts to their ephemeral Stories, to amplify content from other accounts. The introduction of a native reposting tool would streamline this process, making it much easier for users to share public posts and Reels directly with their followers.

How Instagram’s upcoming repost feature will work

The new feature enables users to reshare both their own posts and those of others, making it easier to amplify content without relying on third-party apps or workarounds. While Instagram already allows users to share posts to Stories or via direct messages, this update brings reposting to the forefront of the app’s core experience.While the feature is currently being trialed with a select group of users, an official support page already provides details on its functionality. When a user reposts content, their followers "may see what you reposted in their feeds," and these reposts will also appear in a dedicated "reposts" tab on the user's profile. Importantly, users will also have the option to control whether others can repost their content.For content creators, the official repost feature could be a significant boon, offering an improved way to gain wider reach and ensure proper attribution for their work, addressing a common issue where viral content is often shared without credit to the original poster.