Instagram adds 3:4 aspect ratio for uncropped, full-frame photo sharing

In a notable update aimed at enhancing user experience, Instagram has officially introduced support for 3:4 aspect ratio photographs on its platform. The change aligns with the default setting found on most smartphone cameras, allowing users to upload images without needing to crop them to fit Instagram’s previously supported dimensions.

Announced by Instagram head Adam Mosseri via Threads—Meta’s microblogging service—the update means that photos taken in the 3:4 format will now appear on the platform exactly as captured. This new compatibility is available for both single-image uploads and carousel posts.