Instagram Icon Legend: Every Symbol and What It Means
Here is what each and every icon mean on Instagram
Instagram changes its layout and tests features often. This guide explains the symbols used in posts, Reels, Stories, messages, calls, profiles, comments, and the main navigation.
Posts and feed
Actions and labels shown around posts in the Instagram feed.
Home and navigation
The main controls shown at the top and bottom of the Instagram app.
Reels
Playback and interaction controls beside an Instagram Reel.
Messages list
Status symbols and controls in the Instagram Direct inbox.
Inside a chat
Calling, media, and message controls inside an Instagram conversation.
Sharing and calls
Symbols on the sharing sheet and during Instagram audio or video calls.
Profile page
Tabs and controls shown on your own Instagram profile.
Other profiles
Identity, media, and contact symbols shown when viewing another account.
Story creator
Editing tools shown while preparing an Instagram Story.
Viewing Stories
Actions and audience indicators visible while watching a Story.
Comments
Controls below post and Reel comments.
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