"How do you make a custom highlight cover on Instagram?"
Highlight covers may seem like a minor detail, but they are the first visual cue that greets new visitors. A personalized cover not only reinforces your brand identity but also encourages users to tap into your Stories.
Ready to design your own Instagram highlight cover? Follow this free, straightforward tutorial and elevate your profile’s aesthetic.
Free Editable Templates for Inspiration
- Healthy breakfast + morning quote design
- Travel diary layout
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Explore these templates in FlexClip’s library or start from scratch to match your style.
How to Create an Instagram Highlight Cover with FlexClip
Before you begin, make sure you have at least one Instagram highlight. If you need help creating highlights, see our guide on How to Create Instagram Highlights.
FlexClip is a user‑friendly video maker that offers a wide range of free templates, icons, and stock photos perfect for highlight covers. Whether you want a simple black background, a vibrant gradient, or a watercolor theme, FlexClip has it all.
Step 1 – Set the Canvas Size
Open the FlexClip editor, select a 9:16 aspect ratio (the ideal size for Instagram highlights), and choose a background: solid color, uploaded image, or a photo from FlexClip’s library.
Step 2 – Add the Circle Icon
Navigate to Elements > Shape, pick a circle, and drag it onto the canvas. Resize and reposition it, then adjust its color, border, and any other styling you prefer.
Step 3 – Insert Your Graphic
Choose an icon or photo from FlexClip’s royalty‑free collection (or upload your own). Place it inside the circle, adjust size and placement, and add optional text, stickers, or filters to finish the look.
Step 4 – Export and Save
Once satisfied, right‑click the scene, select Export Frame, and download the image. Transfer the file to your phone via email, cloud storage, or direct transfer.
Uploading Your Custom Cover to Instagram
Changing a highlight cover is quick:
- Open the highlight you want to update and tap More (bottom‑right).
- Select Edit highlight from the menu.
- Tap Edit Cover, then choose the photo icon to pick your new cover from your camera roll.
- Press Done to save.
Your brand‑new highlight cover is now live.
Final Thoughts
We hope this guide empowers you to create eye‑catching highlight covers that reinforce your brand and entice engagement. Try it today and watch your profile’s visual appeal soar.
For more creative inspiration, visit FlexClip and explore their extensive library of free templates.