How do I maximize screen space in my reels to increase view time?

Zoom in on images and videos so they fill the entire screen (the full aspect ratio). When viewers have more screen area to look at—details in different corners, captions, movement—they spend more time watching. If you leave blank space or narrow the viewing area, you reduce the amount of time people spend looking at your content. Fill the screen to maximize engagement and view time.

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Asked by a wildlife photographer editing reels · Answered by Indra · art-marketing-101 · 2026-07-27