Mastering Facebook Messenger Stories: Share Longer Videos in a Few Taps

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Facebook Messenger Story users can now share longer videos than the previous 15-second limit.

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Here’s how:

  1. Record or upload longer videos using the Facebook Camera app.
  2. Trim your video to fit the Messenger Story frame, either by using the "Trim" tool in the Facebook Camera app or third-party editing tools like iMovie or Adobe Premiere Pro.
  3. Share your trimmed video on Facebook and copy its link.

  4. In Messenger, create a new Story, paste the link, and hit "Share."

Alternatively, use Facebook’s Reels feature to share up to 60-second clips directly to Stories without trimming or using third-party apps.

Longer videos on Messenger Stories can increase engagement, according to Instagram Stories’ 30% engagement boost for videos between 15 and 30 seconds (Hubspot, 2021). Staying updated with social media features is crucial for active and valued users.

FAQs:

  1. Can I share longer videos on Facebook Messenger Stories without trimming them? – Yes, use the Reels feature to share up to 60-second clips directly to Stories.
  2. How do I access Reels in Messenger? – Use the "Reels" icon when creating a new Story or post within the Messenger app or record and edit your video using Reels on the Facebook app before sharing it to Messenger.

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