Instagram Stories are a fun and creative way to express yourself. But have you ever wanted to repost a story and wished for a way the background is not as bland by default? Knowing how to change background color on Instagram Stories can instantly transform a simple post into something eye-catching. So, without wasting more time, let’s get you the answer!

How to Change Background Color on Instagram Stories - 1
  • How to Change Background Color on Instagram Stories
  • Method 1: Own Story
  • Method 2: Repost Story

How to Change Background Color on Instagram Stories

Whether you want bold, pastel, or branded tones, playing with background colors is not as hard as it seems.

Method 1: Own Story

If the tones of your picture do not match the story background, here’s how you can use this workaround:

  1. Open Instagram and tap on the home icon from the bottom ribbon.
  2. Tap in Your story .
  3. Capture a real-time image from your phone.
  4. Now, tap on the sticker icon from the top ribbon.
  5. Select Photos from the options menu.
  6. Choose an image from your gallery and place it on your story above the captured image.
  7. Now, tap on the three dots at the top right corner.
  8. Then, select Draw .
  9. Select any color from the color window.
  10. Long-press on the color palette to get the full rainbow window.
  11. Drag the slider over the color of your choice.
  12. Now, long-press on the screen after the color is selected to use it over the captured image.
  13. Then, tap on Done .
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This way, you can use several color shades over your stories.

Method 2: Repost Story

You can do the same over reposted stories or while sharing other posts.

  1. Open Instagram and repost a story or share a post on your story.
  2. Now, tap on the three dots at the top right corner.
  3. Then, select Draw .
  4. Select a color and long-press on the screen .
  5. Then, tap on Done .
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Have fun with vibrant colors in your story.