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Split an image into tiles for Instagram

Choose how many columns and rows you want and the tool cuts your photo into equal tiles, numbered in the order you should post them. It works for profile grids and for panorama carousels that swipe seamlessly.

How it works

  1. Choose the photo

    Tap the box or drop in the image you want to split. The higher its resolution, the better.

  2. Choose the grid

    Set the columns and rows (3×3 for a grid or 3×1 for a carousel, for example) and the format of each tile.

  3. Download and post in order

    Download the tiles. They're numbered: post number 1 first and continue in order so the grid comes together correctly.

Profile grid or carousel

For a grid on your profile use 3 columns and as many rows as you like; each tile is posted as a separate post, starting with the bottom right corner, which is the order the files are numbered in. For a panorama carousel use a single row with 2 to 10 columns and upload all the tiles in one post, from left to right.

Which tile format to choose

Posts support 1:1 (square) and 4:5 (portrait). Instagram's profile grid now shows thumbnails in portrait 3:4, so for a grid that fits your profile perfectly choose 3:4. Tiles are exported at 1080 pixels wide, the maximum Instagram keeps.

Frequently asked questions

How do I split a photo into 9 parts for Instagram?

Upload the photo, choose 3 columns and 3 rows and download the 9 tiles. Post them in numerical order and they'll form the complete image on your profile.

In what order should I post the tiles?

In the order of each file's number. Tile 1 is the bottom right corner and the last one is the top left corner, because Instagram places each new post ahead of the previous ones.

How do I make a seamless panorama carousel?

Choose 1 row and as many columns as the slides you want, 3 for example. Upload the tiles to a single post in order and swiping will show one continuous image.

What size are the tiles?

Each tile is 1080 pixels wide. The height depends on the format: 1080 for 1:1, 1350 for 4:5 and 1440 for 3:4.

What resolution does my photo need?

For a 3-column grid, at least 3240 pixels wide is ideal. It still works with less resolution, but the tiles will look slightly less sharp.

Is this tool made by Instagram?

No. It's an independent tool, not affiliated with Instagram or Meta, and your photo isn't uploaded to any server.

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