Learn how to schedule a direct message on Instagram to send at a specific time with a handy new feature.
Recently, a highly anticipated feature appeared on Instagram: scheduling direct messages (DM). Thanks to this new feature, the social network positions itself as a serious competitor to platforms like WhatsApp, Telegram or Signal. But how does this tool work? MCE explains everything from A to Z!
How to schedule a message on Instagram?
Programming DMs on Instagram is a small revolution for regular users and professionals. This option allows you tosend a message on a chosen date and timesimplifying the management of important discussions or communication campaigns.
As spotted TechCrunch, this feature was introduced quietly in a recent app update. It meets a growing need among users, especially those who wish organize their communication.
Sending a scheduled message on Instagram is simple and intuitive. You are obviously the only person who can view them. Here's how to do it: first go to the DM interface by clicking on the icon at the top right of the application.
Next, select the chat you want to send your message to. Type your text as you would for a classic message.
Long press on the send icon (the little paper plane). A pop-up window will appear. In this window, select the desired date and time for sending the message. Finally, click the confirmation button to save your scheduled message.
Once the message is recorded, a dedicated section entitled “Scheduled messages” appears at the bottom of the conversation. There you can view your pending messages, modify them, cancel them or send them immediately if necessary.
This new feature offers several practical advantagesespecially for content creators and influencers. Starting with engagement optimization.
Indeed, schedule a message at a strategic time (for example, based on the connection habits of your audience) increases the chances of it being read. MCE tells you more!
Valuable help for content creators
This tool is also perfect for organized users who want to anticipate reminders, work messages or important communications.
Plus, rather than sending your messages manually, you can write them in advance and concentrate on other tasks.
Instagram has established itself as a key platform for content creators and marketers. DM programming now allows you to better manage advertising campaigns or important announcements.
Let's imagine an influencer who wants to share crucial information with his audience at a specific time. Thanks to this option, he no longer needs to connect at the exact time: everything is planned in advance.
With this feature, Instagram continues to move away from its initial image as a simple platform photo sharing. Today, the application strengthens its place in the modern messaging ecosystem by integrating tools inspired by industry leaders such as Telegram or WhatsApp.
This development also shows the desire of Meta (the parent company of Instagram) to meet the expectations of a diverse audience : from occasional users to the most demanding professionals.
So, ready to try this new thing? Go to Instagram to schedule your first messages and take full advantage of this practical tool!
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