“I find so much more engaging on my videos and I'm really enjoying making them. I still find Reels quite visually messy here on Facebook but love video.” Facebook · Mari Smith · 3 years ago Tips for Better Reels

: Descriptions and hashtags are critical for reach. High-quality captions are recommended to be at least 48 pixels in size and stay within the "safe zone" (20% to 70% from the top) to avoid being covered by UI elements.

: You can create engaging content in under a minute using Meta's pre-made templates.

: The platform offers robust editing options including slow and fast motion, AR effects, a green screen background, and a noise reducer.

: Keep caption lines under 32 characters to ensure they are readable on mobile devices.

: While some users find the layout "visually messy," the platform is heavily prioritized by the algorithm for content discovery, similar to TikTok.