blitzreels-carousels-instagram_skill

Overview

This skill creates Instagram feed carousel projects (static slides with text overlays) using the BlitzReels API and sensible Instagram defaults. It presets platform to "instagram", recommends a 4:5 aspect ratio, and applies an Instagram safe-area preset so text and important elements avoid UI overlays. Use it to quickly generate consistent, engagement-optimized carousel posts.

How this skill works

The skill wraps the blitzreels-carousels workflow with Instagram-specific settings: platform="instagram", aspect ratio defaults to 4:5, and a safe area preset of instagram_4_5. You provide slide assets, titles, and durations; the script composes slides, positions text in normalized coordinates, and exports a slideshow or MP4 ready for upload. It also includes recommended timings and layout rules to minimize clipping by Instagram UI elements.

When to use it

• You need an Instagram feed carousel (not a Reel) with consistent styling and text overlays.
• You want Instagram-safe text positioning and margins applied automatically.
• You are preparing a 3–5 slide carousel optimized for engagement and quick consumption.
• You want export-ready MP4/slideshow configured for Instagram feed specifications.

Best practices

• Use 4:5 (1080x1350) for maximum feed real estate and set text 80px from edges to avoid cropping.
• Center text horizontally (position_x = 0.5) and keep vertical positions consistent across slides for visual continuity.
• Limit slides to 3–5 and use 3–4 seconds per slide; keep total duration under ~20 seconds.
• Front-load captions (first 125 characters) and include a clear CTA like “📌 Save this post” on the last line.
• Use cohesive color palette and clean sans-serif fonts (Inter, Poppins); enable a subtle text stroke for legibility.

Example use cases

• Product carousel showcasing 4 features with consistent title placement and call-to-action slide.
• Educational micro-lessons (3–5 slides) explaining a process, exported as a polished MP4 for feed upload.
• Brand announcement with gradient cover, white-content slides, and final CTA slide to drive follows or link clicks.
• Social tips series where each carousel keeps identical vertical text locations for a cohesive grid look.