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Crop Instagram Reels

AI Reel Cropper

Crop Instagram Reels

Crop videos for Instagram Reels to get the perfect aspect ratio and size. Auto-resize with AI

Crop video for Reels

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How to Crop & Resize an Instagram Reel online

The easiest way to crop and resize an Instagram Reel is with a free online tool like SendShort. Just upload the video and let the AI automatically crop it for you. This method is much quicker and easier compared to manually dragging the edges of a video in the Instagram app.

1. Upload your Reel

Select the video which you want to resize and crop.

2. AI Crops your Reel

The AI will automatically crop and edit your Reel. It will also add captions, which you can then remove in 1 click if you don't want them on your video.

3. Download & Upload on Instagram

Click "Export" to download your cropped video for Instagram Reels, then go ahead an upload it.

Crop Instagram Reels with AI: 10x More Efficient!

Cropping Reels can take forever, especially if you want them to look perfect. With SendShort’s AI-powered tool, it’s 10x faster and easier. The AI automatically crops your videos to fit Instagram Reels perfectly, so you can focus on creating instead of editing. More time saved, better results, and no stress.

Save Time Cropping Your Reels

No need to waste hours trying to format your videos. This tool crops your Instagram Reels in seconds, so you can focus on creating content, not editing.

Perfect Aspect Ratio for Instagram

Your Reels will look flawless with this tool. It ensures the perfect 9:16 vertical format every time, so your videos fit Instagram’s feed seamlessly.

Optimized for Vertical Reels

Designed specifically for Instagram Reels, this tool crops your videos to look clean and professional. No cut-off edges, no awkward frames.

No Downloads Required

Forget complicated apps or downloads. This tool works entirely online, letting you crop your Reels from anywhere. Quick, easy, and hassle-free.

Why Crop Reels with SendShort?

SendShort makes cropping IG Reels quick, simple, and professional. Whether you’re resizing horizontal videos or perfecting your vertical content, it’s built to handle everything with ease. Get your Reels optimized and ready to perform—all for free.

Crop, Cut, and Trim Your Reels

Take full control of your videos. SendShort lets you crop out distractions, trim to the perfect length, and resize for Reels in just a few clicks. Your content looks clean, sharp, and ready to perform.

Auto-Crop with AI

Stop guessing. SendShort’s AI automatically finds the key focus points in your video and crops it perfectly for Instagram’s vertical format. Your Reels look professional without lifting a finger.

Works for Any Video

Got horizontal footage? No problem. SendShort transforms any video into a vertical Reel that fits Instagram perfectly, without cutting out what matters. Do it with the most accurate AI.

Free and Online

No downloads, no fees, no hassle. SendShort is free to use and works entirely online, so you can crop and edit your Reels anytime, anywhere. Feel free to crop and edit Reels from your browser!

Reviews

Cédric

Agency Owner

"We've been able to 3x output on short form clips using SendShort.

It's revolutionary for my agency."

Ange

Content Creator

"I am a video editor for a high cadence marketing company and this tool helps us create faster and more effective short content.

SendShort is doing the Lord's work on the time it's taken off my hands!"

Karim

Street Interviewer

"It’s already been a huge increase in efficiency for me, personally.

I’m really looking forward to using SendShort more and more."

Coraline

eCommerce Brand Owner

"I am very happy that I discovered Sendshort. It helps me create videos for Instagram reels and TikTok in a fast, easy and beautiful way.

I can only film the video and SendShort adds subtitles (beautiful) and take care of the rest."

Sacha

Video Editing Agency Owner

"SendShort has become a must-have for my video editing agency

The time and energy it saves on creating shorts is insane 🤯"

@infomoneypro

Content Creator, 40,000+ followers

"Video editors are dead.

This AI can transform a YouTube video into 50 shorts...and in just a few minutes..."

Frequently asked questions

Can you crop Instagram Reels?

Yes, you can crop Instagram Reels directly in the app by trimming or adjusting the video. For advanced cropping, use tools like SendShort to automate the process with AI.

Can I crop an Instagram Reel after posting?

No, Instagram does not allow you to crop a Reel after it has been posted. To adjust the framing, you’ll need to edit the original video and re-upload it as a new Reel.

Steps to crop your Instagram Reel before posting:

Open your video editing software, such as SendShort’s AI Reels Cropper.
AI automatically crops the Reel for you.
Save the cropped video and upload it to Instagram Reels.

Using tools like SendShort ensures your content is perfectly cropped and optimized for Instagram Reels every time.

Can I crop horizontal video for Reels on Instagram?

Yes, you can crop a horizontal video into the vertical 9:16 format required for Instagram Reels using video editing tools. Instagram itself doesn’t offer advanced cropping options, so you’ll need to use a third-party editor for the best results.

Open a video editing tool, like SendShort’s AI Reels Cropper.
Upload your horizontal video to the editor.
AI automatically resizes to 9:16 for Reels
Export the cropped video and upload it to Instagram Reels.

Auto-Crop Reels

Perfectly sized videos for Instagram Reels in seconds. SendShort’s AI Reels Cropper ensures your content looks flawless and fits seamlessly—no manual editing needed!