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INSTAGRAM 101

Shanus — Sat, 09 Mar 2019 15:25:35 GMT

I’m not on Facebook and am noticing “follow on Instagram”. Can anyone teach me, non-techie, how do I sign up or sign on, what is the purpose of “accounts”, not sure I’d “follow” people, just want to see what this is and if it’s something I’d like.

Thanks, Ladies.

Re: INSTAGRAM 101

dex — Sat, 09 Mar 2019 15:32:55 GMT

@Shanus @I have also been wondering about Instagram.I hope someone can explain it to us.I think it might be a loss of privacy though so I haven’t tried to sign on.I too am not tech savvy and worry about getting hacked.

Re: INSTAGRAM 101

sidsmom — Sat, 09 Mar 2019 15:37:23 GMT

L.o.v.e Instragram!

Just download the app & setting up an account is easy.

If you follow someone who posts, you’ll see their posts.

If they produce a quick InstaStory, you’ll see that, as well.

You can comment, if you choose, or just watch.

After following several accounts, you’ll get suggestions and

you can follow more, if you choose. It’s really what interests you.

Re: INSTAGRAM 101

Shanus — Sat, 09 Mar 2019 15:40:48 GMT

@dex wrote:
@Shanus @I have also been wondering about Instagram.I hope someone can explain it to us.I think it might be a loss of privacy though so I haven’t tried to sign on.I too am not tech savvy and worry about getting hacked.

@dex I canceled FB because I couldn’t get my “privacy” issues corrected...which posts from who I wanted to see and who was seeing mine. I even had a book FACEBOOK FOR DUMMIES. I was receiving friend requests from folks I’ve never heard of, pages of political jokes and comments, etc. I didn’t get how to block this out. I’m hoping Instagram is easier.

I’m loving Pinterest, BTW.

Re: INSTAGRAM 101

Shanus — Sat, 09 Mar 2019 15:43:55 GMT

@sidsmom wrote:
L.o.v.e Instragram!
Just download the app & setting up an account is easy.

If you follow someone who posts, you’ll see their posts.
If they produce a quick InstaStory, you’ll see that, as well.
You can comment, if you choose, or just watch.

After following several accounts, you’ll get suggestions and
you can follow more, if you choose. It’s really what interests you.

@sidsmom Hi. I assume I go somewhere to download the app & set up account? Is it similar to Pinterest? I’m noticing many tv shows, catalogs, etc. mention “follow us on Instagram”.

Re: INSTAGRAM 101

Bri369 — Sat, 09 Mar 2019 15:50:40 GMT

You can go to someone's public Instagram page and see what it's all about.

Every celebrity, every TV show, every retail store most likely has an IG.

You can keep your profile private and comment or Like other posts. It's very simple.

Re: INSTAGRAM 101

dooBdoo — Sat, 09 Mar 2019 16:38:34 GMT

@Shanus, Please remember that Facebook owns and operates Instagram, so if you're wary of Facebook security and privacy (and you're very wise to be so!) then keep the same close scrutiny with Instagram.

I have an account that I decided to only use with the "full desktop" browser, which is limited use... no mobile app (I would never, ever use any of the Facebook apps), because they tend to be far more invasive. If you download and use the mobile app to get the full benefits, please read the permissions very carefully and keep up with the updates and changes they make.

To get the "gist" of how people use Instagram, you might want to take a look at some of the "Instagram for beginners" videos online. You don't need to register for your own account, or sign in, to view public accounts, by the way. Enjoy!😊

Re: INSTAGRAM 101

Shanus — Sat, 09 Mar 2019 16:20:06 GMT

Yay! I did it! I now have an Instagram account. I watched a few Bobbi Brown videos to start me off.....

One question: On my IPAD, the photos/videos are sideways. Any way to turn it around? Mine doesn’t “stand up” in that direction.

Re: INSTAGRAM 101

sunshine45 — Sat, 09 Mar 2019 16:24:24 GMT

i enjoy using and viewing instagram daily.

lots of great photos on everything!

you can follow who you want......friends, family, celebs, politicians, pundits

you can unfollow them easily anytime.

you can follow hashtags of your favorite subjects #qvc #usa #spring2019 #vacation

you can make your account as open or as private as you want.

greart for personal or business use, great for causes.

easy to set up on your phone or tablet.

Re: INSTAGRAM 101

VanSleepy — Sat, 09 Mar 2019 16:33:46 GMT

@Shanus wrote:
Yay! I did it! I now have an Instagram account. I watched a few Bobbi Brown videos to start me off.....

One question: On my IPAD, the photos/videos are sideways. Any way to turn it around? Mine doesn’t “stand up” in that direction.

I don't have an iPad, but there should be something in your settings about orientation or rotation. ?

Re: INSTAGRAM 101

Caaareful Shopper — Sat, 09 Mar 2019 16:51:08 GMT

I love Instagram. I’m only on FB because my long distance relatives are there, and all of the TV shopping channels are using it a lot to introduce new items. For instance, Valerie Parr Hill still likes to post previews of her new items on FB before they go live. But she uses Instagram for more personal posts about her family or other things she likes.

I find that TV shopping channels, news networks, TV shows, movie studios, etc, use Instagram for more one-on-one, behind the scenes connections. You can often get responses to posts you place with them, but it’s completely up to the individual or business.

My favorites are travel destinations, cruise lines, authors, fashion designers, home design, animal rescues and conservationists, etc. You choose who you want to follow. There’s even a block feature, and a private account feature. You never have to post a thing, or you can post to your heart’s content.

But like any social media, just like this QVC Forum, there are trolls and bots who may try to bait you, so just don’t engage with questionable posters.

Happy trails!

Re: INSTAGRAM 101

sidsmom — Sat, 09 Mar 2019 16:48:07 GMT

@Shanus

Yay! There’s a ton of makeup accounts...which you’ll enjoy.

As for the rotation...When I have my iPad sideways or upside-down,

Instagram’s my only active app which doesn’t rotate.

Don’t know why...so you’re not alone!

Re: INSTAGRAM 101

Shanus — Sat, 09 Mar 2019 16:51:07 GMT

@sidsmom wrote:
@Shanus
Yay! There’s a ton of makeup accounts...which you’ll enjoy.
As for the rotation...When I have my iPad sideways or upside-down,
Instagram’s my only active app which doesn’t rotate.
Don’t know why...so you’re not alone!

@sidsmom I can get sound w/ videos on my phone, but not on IPAD...very strange.

Re: INSTAGRAM 101

sidsmom — Sat, 09 Mar 2019 16:56:46 GMT

Tap the screen to unlock the sound feature:

Does this help?

Versus

Re: INSTAGRAM 101

dooBdoo — Sat, 09 Mar 2019 17:02:26 GMT

@Shanus wrote:
Yay! I did it! I now have an Instagram account. I watched a few Bobbi Brown videos to start me off.....

One question: On my IPAD, the photos/videos are sideways. Any way to turn it around? Mine doesn’t “stand up” in that direction.

@Shanus , I believe the app is designed for portrait mode only, not landscape.

Re: INSTAGRAM 101

Shanus — Sat, 09 Mar 2019 17:11:14 GMT

@sidsmom wrote:
Tap the screen to unlock the sound feature:
Does this help?

Versus

@sidsmom I don’t have the mute icon on my screen.

Re: INSTAGRAM 101

sidsmom — Sat, 09 Mar 2019 17:21:08 GMT

@Shanus

Even after tapping the screen?

In the bottom left hand corner?

(FYI...I view Instagram on both iPhone & iPad)

Re: INSTAGRAM 101

HerRoyaLioness — Sat, 09 Mar 2019 17:28:57 GMT

I love Instagram! Am not, never was and probably never will be on Facebook. They are very different, although Instagram has been starting to have ads.

Being on Instagram for my family and friends has been great. Was able to see my family's trips overseas and to Africa and South America through their posting pics and videos in Instagram.

Am not on many other commercial type accounts for Instagram, mostly family and friends, but this has worked out well for me.

Re: INSTAGRAM 101

Shanus — Sat, 09 Mar 2019 18:06:41 GMT

@sidsmom wrote:
@Shanus
Even after tapping the screen?
In the bottom left hand corner?
(FYI...I view Instagram on both iPhone & iPad)

@sidsmom On IPad, when I tap on screen I have the usual ❤️ & “home”, etc. Nothing indicating sound in left hand corner. May have to ask geek dh when he’s finished at office today.

Re: INSTAGRAM 101

SteelPenny — Sat, 09 Mar 2019 18:07:15 GMT

Are you notified when and who starts following you on instagram?