What layout should I use for Instagram now?
Start with 3 x 4 portrait tiles when you want a taller profile preview, and switch to 3 x 3 square if your account still needs the classic grid look.
Instagram grid maker
Free Instagram Grid Maker
Preview your Instagram profile grid before posting, then download ordered tiles so the final mosaic lands in the right place.
Choose layout
Upload a grid image
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Choose a profile layout
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The preview behaves like an Instagram profile, so you can see where each tile will sit before downloading the ZIP.
Profile preview
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Layout
3 columns x 4 rows
Tile size
900px x 1200px
Posting order
Upload bottom-right first.
Read the mock profile like Instagram.
The top-left tile is what visitors see at the top-left of your profile grid. The numbered dots show upload order, so the final grid lands in the same position after posting.
Upload order
01row 4, col 3
01.png02row 4, col 2
02.png03row 4, col 1
03.png04row 3, col 3
04.png05row 3, col 2
05.png06row 3, col 1
06.png07row 2, col 3
07.png08row 2, col 2
08.png09row 2, col 1
09.png10row 1, col 3
10.png11row 1, col 2
11.png12row 1, col 1
12.png3 x 3, 3 x 4, and 3 x 5 profile layouts
Portrait 3:4 and classic square tile exports
ZIP download with filenames sorted by posting order
How creators use it
Make the preview first, then post from the ZIP.
1. Upload
Choose one image or design for the full profile grid.
2. Preview
Pick 3 x 4 portrait tiles for newer profile grids or 1:1 for classic square grids.
3. Post
Download the ZIP and upload the numbered tiles in posting order.
Layout choice
Choose the grid by the profile effect you want.
Instagram grid searches are usually about avoiding a posting mistake. The right layout depends on how many rows you want to occupy, whether you need portrait tiles, and how much of the profile should be taken over by one visual.
| Layout | Use it for | Export |
|---|---|---|
| 3 x 3 | Classic square mosaic and campaign reveals | 9 numbered PNG tiles in one ZIP |
| 3 x 4 | Taller profile takeover using portrait tiles | 12 numbered PNG tiles in one ZIP |
| 3 x 5 | Longer launches, portfolios, and visual stories | 15 numbered PNG tiles in one ZIP |
Posting workflow
Preview placement first, then follow the ZIP order.
The visual position and the upload order are opposite ideas: users see the finished grid from top-left to bottom-right, but Instagram needs the oldest tile first. That is why the ZIP starts from the bottom-right tile.
- Check the mock profile preview before exporting so the main subject is not split awkwardly.
- Download the ordered ZIP after the preview looks right; the filenames include the upload sequence.
- Post tile 01 first and continue by number until the top-left tile is posted last.
Creator use cases
Design the grid around the campaign, not just the crop.
Strong Instagram grid tools explain the result before asking for a download. These scenarios help users choose a layout that matches the post series they are planning.
Product launch
Use 3 x 4 portrait tiles when you want a taller reveal that occupies more of the visible profile.
Portfolio wall
Use 3 x 5 when a designer, photographer, or artist wants a longer visual story across several rows.
Classic reveal
Use 3 x 3 square tiles for a familiar campaign mosaic that is easier to plan and repost.
Avoid posting mistakes
Check the grid before publishing all tiles.
Users care less about the file split itself than whether the final profile looks right. The preview and ZIP order should reduce that anxiety.
- Keep the main subject away from profile edges where Instagram UI may crop or distract.
- Use Show posting order before exporting if the grid will be posted manually.
- Use Crop for full-bleed visuals and Fit when no part of the design can be cut off.
- Open the ZIP and post tile 01 first; the top-left visual tile should be posted last.
Related tools
Related grid workflows.
Creators often arrive through broad grid maker searches. These links keep nearby intents one click away.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Why does the ZIP start with the bottom-right tile?
Instagram places newer posts before older posts, so posting from bottom-right to top-left preserves the final image on your profile.
Does this upload my image to a server?
No. The preview and tile exports are generated locally in your browser with canvas.
How do I know where each image tile goes?
Use the profile preview before exporting. It shows the final grid position, while the numbered ZIP filenames show the posting order.
Should I export 3:4 or square tiles?
Use 3:4 portrait tiles for a taller modern profile preview. Use square tiles when you want the classic 1:1 Instagram grid look.