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Last Updated: September 2021
Do you want to get creative with your Instagram grid layout?
Below are instructions on how to use Canva* using a free template provided to start creating your own puzzle grids.
Follow the steps below and when you are done you will have nine posts ready to share as a puzzle grid on your social media.
When you post an image or video on Instagram they are displayed in your profile as individual squares in a grid in rows of three. Splitting an image, text, or colour across more that one post creates an Instagram Puzzle feed.
For example below I have split a picture of myself at my computer into two posts. Making sure that both posts made sense on their own.
We are going to start by designing your grid as one large image in Canva. This will then be split into your 9 images to use on your Instagram.
Use the form below to get the Canva template. This is what you will need to create your own puzzle grid on Instagram.
You will need to sign up for an account.
Check your inbox and click on the Canva template link in the email. This will open the template in your browser.
Click on Use Template
Login or sign up to Canva to open the template.
Want to make a copy? See Instagram Puzzle Grid FAQs below.
You’re now ready to create you Instagram puzzle grid. There are 5 templates to use and it’s easy to edit the layout to suit.
Feel free to start playing around and adding your own images!
Click on the download button
Select the page you want to download (that has your grid)
Click Download
Once you are happy with your puzzle in Canva, you need to split it into smaller images so that you can post them onto your Instagram individually.
Open Pine Tools Split Image in your browser
You now have 9 images that you can share on your Instagram feed.
You’ve got your 9 images, now it’s time to start posting.
You can either post your images directly on Instagram, or use a social media scheduling tool such as Planoly, AgoraPulse, Buffer, etc
It’s important that you share the images in the correct order so they display correctly on your feed.
In the example below you would post 1. Chill, 2. Cat sleeping, 3. Meow, 4. Paw keyboard, 5. Play, etc
Most frequent questions and answers
Sign up for free to Canva*.
You can either use the link to create another copy (open the link and select Use Template will create another copy).
Or make a copy in Canva by clicking on File then Make a Copy.
Planoly is a good social media tool. You can preview your Instagram grid for free for one platform. It’s also good if you want to share with others before it is posted such as clients or other stakeholders/team members by sharing a link.
I generally just use AgoraPulse as my scheduler for most clients. Unless they would like to view the grid.
There are a variety of tools available that you can use on your phone or desktop.
Using your social media scheduler
If you are already using PLANOLY to schedule your Instagram feed there is already a tool build in! It’s called the PLANOLY Splitter Tool (click on the link for details on how to use it – note: you can only use this tool on your mobile).
On your desktop
ImageSplitter (free)
PineTools Split Image (free)
There are also apps available for your phone if you prefer such as PhotoSplit for Instagram (iOS/Android), Instant Squares and 9Square (Android only).
Follow the steps on this page 
It’s important to get your social media right. I am here to help you and happy to answer any questions you have. Just get in touch.
Let me know how you get on with the template. Share your Instagram account, feedback, or questions.
Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links to Canva Pro and Agorapulse because I am a big fan of them and use them. These links are highlighted with a star (*). If you click on those links and purchase and I will receive a commission at no cost to you. It’s completely up to you if you chose to buy it.
Don’t have an Canva Pro account?
You will need to sign up for an account.
There are a variety of tools available that you can use on your phone or desktop.
Using your social media scheduler
If you are already using PLANOLY to schedule your Instagram feed there is already a tool build in! It’s called the PLANOLY Splitter Tool (click on the link for details on how to use it – note: you can only use this tool on your mobile).
On your desktop
ImageSplitter (free)
PineTools Split Image (free)
There are also apps available for your phone if you prefer such as PhotoSplit for Instagram (iOS/Android), Instant Squares and 9Square (Android only).
Follow the steps on this page
Get in touch with Teresa.
Based in Hither Green, Lewisham, London, SE12 – Servicing clients remotely UK wide.
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