How to Save a Song on Instagram: In-Detail Beginners Guides

How to save songs from Instagram Reels

Instagram lets you discover trending music in Reels. If you want to save a song for future use, you can do it directly in the app.

STEP 1
1. Open the Reel

Find the Reel with the song you want to save.

STEP 2
1. Tap on the song

You'll see it at the bottom of the screen.

STEP 3
1. Press the save audio button

This adds the track to your Instagram audio library.

STEP 4
1. Access saved audio

Go to your profile, tap the three-line menu, select "Saved," and open the "Audio" section.

How to save songs from Instagram Stories

STEP 1
1. Watch the story

Play the Story featuring the song you like.

STEP 2
1. Tap on the song name

It appears at the top of the screen.

STEP 3
1. Save the audio

Tap the "Save audio" button to add it to your collection.

STEP 4
1. Find saved songs

Open Instagram's saved section. Go to your profile, tap the three-line menu, select "Saved," and open the "Audio" section.

How to create Reels using the saved song on Instagram

To create the Reels using the saved song or audio on Instagram, follow these steps:

STEP 1
1. Open up your Instagram app and tap on the "+" icon located at the bottom center.
STEP 2
2. Swipe right and select the Reel option. Now, choose the image or video files you want to edit and click the "Next" tab.
STEP 3
3. Click on the search tab; this will give you access to your trending and saved audio. Click on the saved tab. Select the audio from the saved audio and click on the arrow present in the bottom right corner, as shown in the image below.
STEP 4
4. You need to click the "Next" tab and edit your Reel using filters, effects, text, and transitions. You can crop your video as per your needs. Once finished, click on the next tab.

Although Instagram allows you to create Reels directly within the app, its functionality is limited and not sufficient for users who want to create professional-level Reels. Therefore, we recommend using CapCut to create Reels, as it provides a large number of video editing functions to meet the needs of creating professional videos.

Utilize saved Instagram audio in your video using CapCut

CapCut desktop video editor makes it easy to create videos for Instagram with songs. You get access to a copyright-free audio library so that you can add music without worries. The editor offers tools like auto-captions, transitions, and speed control to refine your edits. Its intuitive interface lets you trim, cut, and sync music effortlessly. Whether you're making Reels or Stories, CapCut streamlines the process. Start creating today—download CapCut and enhance your Instagram videos with the perfect soundtrack!

Key features

• Copyright-free audio: You can access a vast library of copyright-free audio from CapCut's Audio library.
• Audio editing tools: CapCut allows users to edit the audio, like trimming, splitting, or adding sound effects.
• Audio copyright detection: You can detect your audio's copyright in CapCut before using it for Reels.

How to create Reels/Stories with music easily

STEP 1
1. Import files

Import your video or image files from your device or cloud storage. Set the video ratio to 9:16 for a perfect vertical format.

STEP 2
1. Edit your video

Choose a song from the audio library to enhance engagement. Adjust the volume to balance background music and original audio. Add text, stickers, or animations to make your video more dynamic. Use smooth transitions between clips for a professional touch. Apply filters and effects to match your aesthetic.

STEP 3
1. Export the video

Preview your edits, then export in high resolution, such as 2K and 4K. Finally, click "Export" to save it to your device or share it on Instagram.

Tips for finding the right music on Instagram

Finding the right music on Instagram can elevate your content and boost engagement. Here's how you can choose the best tracks:

• Utilize trending music

Trending songs increase your reach and visibility. Check Instagram's “Trending” section in the Reels audio library. For example, using a viral song like Boy's a Liar Pt. 2 by PinkPantheress can push your video to a broader audience. CapCut also provides a lot of copyright-free trending music tracks, you can pick any track you like.

• Explore different genres

Don't stick to one style. Try upbeat pop for fun content, lo-fi beats for casual vibes, or classical music for an elegant touch. If you're posting travel Reels, experiment with indie folk like Budapest by George Ezra to create a relaxed, storytelling feel.

• Pay attention to moods

Music sets the tone of your video. For an energetic workout Reel, pick a high-tempo track like Eye of the Tiger by Survivor. If you're sharing a heartfelt moment, a soft piano melody like River Flows in You by Yiruma enhances emotional depth.

• Engage with music communities

Follow Instagram pages like @music, @chartdata, and @viral_Reels_songs. They share trending tracks and hidden gems that can inspire your next post.

Conclusion

Saving songs on Instagram helps you build a personal music library, making it easy to find tracks for future content. You can easily learn how to save a song on Instagram Reel or Stories in this article. After saving audio, you can reuse it in a new project on Instagram. CapCut is a great choice for creating Instagram Reels with music because of its rich copyright-free audio library and powerful video editing features. Before creating, ensure that your audio matches your video mood. Now, download CapCut and explore its rich music library to create the best video for Instagram!

FAQs

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1. Is there a limit to how many songs I can save on Instagram?

Instagram does not specify a limit on saved songs. You can add multiple tracks to your saved collection for quick access. However, storage availability and app updates may impact how many songs you can keep. In addition to saving audio on Instagram for content creation, you can also use CapCut's audio library, which provides a large amount of copyrighted and free audio that can be used to make videos.

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1. How to share my saved songs with others on Instagram?

You can't directly share saved songs from Instagram. But you can use the saved audio to make videos and then share the videos with other users.

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1. Why can't I find certain songs in Instagram's music library?

Some songs may be unavailable due to copyright restrictions, regional limitations, or licensing agreements. If a track is missing, try searching for alternative versions. If you want more audio, try searching for it in CapCut's "Audiio" library, where you can find a lot of copyright-free audio.