Display Instagram Block Content: Guide to Social Feed Integration

Display Instagram Block Content: Guide to Social Feed Integration

By Michael Thompson

November 25, 2024 at 02:05 AM

Instagram blocks display posts directly from your Instagram feed on your site, automatically syncing as you add new content. This feature requires a professional (Business or Creator) Instagram account.

How to Add an Instagram Block:

  1. Edit a page or post
  2. Click Add Block or insert point
  3. Select Instagram from the menu
  4. Click the pencil icon to open block editor
  5. Choose a connected account or add a new one
  6. Set number of items (up to 20)
  7. Customize design settings
  8. Click Save

Available Design Options:

  • Slideshow: Shows posts one at a time
  • Carousel: Displays full posts with previews of adjacent content
  • Grid: Arranges posts in a thumbnail grid
  • Stacked: Shows full-width posts vertically

Key Features:

  • Display up to 20 recent posts
  • Customizable layout and design
  • Automatic syncing with Instagram
  • Multiple account support

Limitations:

  • No hashtag filtering
  • Private accounts create dead links
  • Multi-image posts show only first image
  • No support for IGTV, Stories, Reels, or shared posts
  • Pinned posts don't appear first

Troubleshooting Steps:

  1. Check Connection:
  • Open Connected Accounts panel
  • Verify Download Data is checked
  • Reset Data
  • Refresh webpage
  1. Reconnect Account:
  • Disconnect current account
  • Log out of Instagram
  • Reconnect through Connected Accounts panel
  • Reselect account in block editor
  1. Replace Block:
  • Remove existing block
  • Add new Instagram block
  • Reconnect account
  • Refresh page

Alternative Option: For personal accounts, use the Embed block with Instagram's embed code to display posts.

Note: Keep ad blockers disabled for proper functionality.

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