What editing tools should I use for creating Reels?

Use whichever tool feels easiest to you. The main options are: editing directly in Instagram, using Instagram’s Edits app, CapCut, or Canva. You don’t need to use all of them—pick the one that makes sense to you and learn it well. If you’re finding one tool frustrating (like CapCut being too small on your phone), try Instagram’s native editor instead. There are tutorials available for all four major platforms. Start with the simplest option and only move to more advanced tools if you feel limited.

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Asked by an artist struggling with editing software · Answered by Juan · Office Hours · 2026-07-30