How to Delete Photos or Videos from an Instagram Carousel Without Removing the Entire Post

Instagram allows users to upload up to 10 photos or videos in a single post, known as a carousel. However, there might be times when you want to delete a specific photo or video from your carousel without removing the entire post. Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to do just that using simple English.

Step-by-Step Guide to Deleting Media from an Instagram Carousel

Step 1: Open the Instagram App

First, open the Instagram app on your iPhone or Android device. You can also do this from a computer by visiting Instagram.com.

Step 2: Go to Your Profile

Navigate to your profile screen. Look for the carousel post from which you want to delete a photo or video. Carousel posts have a two-square icon indicating multiple images.

Step 3: Edit the Carousel Post

Tap on the three dots icon located at the top right corner of the post. From the menu that appears, select "Edit."

Step 4: Select and Delete the Media

Swipe through the carousel to find the photo or video you want to delete. Once you find it, tap the trash can icon, and then tap "Delete" to confirm. Repeat this step if you want to delete multiple photos or videos from the carousel.

Step 5: Save Your Changes

After you have deleted the desired media, tap "Done" to save your changes and exit editing mode.

Restoring Deleted Media

If you accidentally deleted a photo or video from your carousel, don’t worry—you can restore it within 30 days. Here’s how:

Step 1: Open Your Activity

Go to your profile screen and tap the three-line menu icon at the top right corner. Select "Your activity" from the menu.

Step 2: Access Recently Deleted

Tap on "Recently deleted."

Step 3: Restore the Media

Find the photo or video you deleted and tap on it. Then, tap the three dots icon and choose "Restore" followed by "Restore" again to confirm. The deleted media will reappear in your carousel as if it was never removed.

By following these simple steps, you can easily manage the content of your Instagram carousel posts without the need to delete the entire post. Whether you need to remove outdated photos, correct mistakes, or just update your content, Instagram's editing tools make it straightforward and convenient.