Instagram: How to Search for Audio

Users can find, save and use their favorite tracks in posts

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Instagram added the ability for users to search for audio tracks that they may want to use in their Reels videos. When users search for an audio track, they can preview the track, view Reels that include the track and more.

Our guide will show you how to search for audio tracks in the Instagram application.

Note: These screenshots were captured in the Instagram app on iOS.

Step 1: On the Instagram Explore tab, tap the search bar at the top of the screen.


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