We can say without a doubt that Instagram is one of those social sites that keep updating with the newest features. You have access to an array of ways in sharing Serviceh your experiences and stories with your viewers. There are people that sign up on Instagram, make content that consists of one of these amazing boomerangs and even go viral. It is also similar to how TikTokers go viral for their reels. The Boomerang feature is a popular tactic for adding fun to your content, making things super memorable for all the users.

Don’t be surprised when you get better at making these quick loops and become the next big Insta star with countless shares and a plethora of likes on your profile and content. You don’t need any technical knowledge to use the boomerang feature. It just requires some practice, and you will be good to go. Also, with the success of TikTok, Instagram also started integrating more effects on their Boomerang too. It has been more than 5 years now ever since its release, and you can only expect it to become better.

Understanding The Concept of Boomerangs

Boomerang consists of a video feature, which enables its users to create and record short videos. This feature was introduced by Instagram back in 2015. These looping videos are quite similar to how you would view the regular animated views. You are able to make hypnotic videos that showcase your daily moments. Boomerangs consist of a 1-2 seconds video clip that runs on a continuous loop spanning 6 seconds in duration.

Instagram itself admitted that boomerangs tend to fit better in between pictures and videos. With Boomerangs, it’s like a proper video but a way more attractive picture as well. Have you heard about the famous tagline of Boomerang? Well, it goes like this, “It’s Not a Photo. It’s Not a GIF. It’s a Boomerang.” The feature does allow you to tap into your creativity and be productive with your time.

How Make Boomerangs?

Are you feeling confused about how to do a boomerang on Instagram in 2021? Don’t fret because our guide will help you out:

Using Your Story

The first and foremost option would be your built-in Instagram story feature. They are fun and super easy to do.

• Start by entering all your credentials in your Instagram app.
• Look for the “+” option located at the right corner on top of your screen. Proceed to tap on it.
• Start scrolling to your “Story” option from your screen’s Servicetom section.
• Now, you have to click on your “Boomerang” icon present on the menu right towards the left corner.
• Choose to upload pictures or utilize the record option located at the center. It will help you in recording new content.
• Once you finish recording your Boomerang, it will enable you to carry out certain basic editing. Here, you can start drawing, writing texts, and also toggling your sound off or on. You will find the Sound, Text, and Draw icons located on the right side on top of your screen. Once you enter text or draw a form, choose to edit them prior to publishing it in your story.
• Tap on “Select” and choose where you would prefer to send or post your Boomerang.
• Now, you will see your Boomerang appear in your story.

Using The Boomerang App

The second option would be to use the boomerang app instead.

• Open your app store and type in “Boomerang for Instagram” in the search bar.
• Locate and proceed to download the application.
• Remember that you don’t necessarily have to sign up. Once you download it, it becomes usable.
• Launch the Boomerang application on your device.
• Start creating your video loop. The Boomerang app only features a single button for making the clip instantly.
• After you are done making the Boomerang, proceed to save it.
• Now, you can proceed to upload and share it on your Instagram and other social media as well.

What Are the New Boomerang Effects?

Now we all know that Boomerangs helps in creating fun content for your viewers at all times. But there are new effects that will make things even more fun to do. These 3 new effects include:

Duo – This effect rewinds your clip in a rapid manner towards the beginning. It helps in giving your clip that digitized appearance. You can make it even more creative by choosing the correct theme. Plus, many users tend to enjoy this effect.

SlowMo – This filter decreases the speed of your boomerangs. It causes your clip to play for over 2 seconds in every direction.

Echo – Here, this effect helps in creating a double vision of your Boomerang. By using this effect, you can expect your content to stand out artistically via a motion blur within the video’s moving parts.