Article last updated on:
August 21, 2024

The first section is about uploading Reels on mobile devices (phones, tablets etc).

Second is about uploading on PC/Desktop.


How to Post Reels on Facebook

Answer: Open the Facebook app and tap “+” at the top, then select “Reel”. Upload your content, edit it, then publish it.

  1. Open Facebook and tap “+
  2. Select “Reel” → Upload your Reel
  3. Tap “Edit” or “Next
  4. Add a description (and manage settings)
  5. Tap “Share now
How to post a Reel on Facebook
Step-by-step process

Done! You’ve successfully uploaded a FB Reel.


How to Post Facebook Reels (on PC)

Answer: Go to your Meta Business Suite and click “Create Reel”. Upload content, then add a caption + location and publish it.

  1. Go to business.facebook.com
  2. Click “Create Reel
  3. Upload your video
  4. Manage settings: caption, location etc
  5. Publish it
Clicking the button to create a Facebook Reel in Meta Business Suite
Steps 1 & 2

This is the first screen.

After you click “Create Reel“, should see this screen with all the settings:

Customizing the settings of a Facebook Reels post on PC
Steps 3 & 4

Looks like a form, huh? Fill it in and click “Next” in the bottom-right corner.

After all of that, you just have to publish it.


FAQ

1. Are reels available on Facebook?

Answer: Yes, reels are available on Facebook. You can create, watch, and share reels directly on the platform.

Watch FB Reels here: facebook.com/reel.

2. Can you post a reel from a PC?

Answer: Yes, but only for Pages — not for personal accounts.

To do this, go to your Meta Business Suite and click “Create Reel” and the rest is intuitive (or follow the step-by-step process in the guide above).

3. Why can’t I post my Reel on Facebook?

Answer: Because of technical issues like app glitches or unsupported file formats. Ensure your app is updated and your internet connection is stable.


Thanks a lot for reading this,
David Ch
Head of the Editing Team at SendShort

About the author

David leads the editing team at SendShort. With this help, the team delivers the latest guides on using your favorite social media apps and creating short-form content.