Ever wanted to copy a comment from Instagram on your iPhone or Android but couldn’t figure out how? It can be tricky since Instagram doesn’t allow direct copying of comments through its mobile app. But don’t worry, we’ve got some simple workarounds for you. Keep reading to learn how to easily copy Instagram comments on your phone. Ready to start? Let’s dive in!
Copy Instagram Comments on iPhone
The Photos app on your iPhone can pull text from any picture. Just take a screenshot of an Instagram comment and then copy the text using the Photos app.
1. Open Instagram and press the power and volume down buttons at the same time to take a screenshot.
2. Open the Photos app and choose the screenshot.
3. Press and hold on the text you want to copy. Then, tap “Copy” from the menu that appears.
Pro Tip: You can prevent Instagram from automatically sharing everything—updates, stories, and posts—to Facebook. You can also choose what gets shared.
Copy Instagram Comments on Android
The Google Photos app on Android and iPhone includes Google Lens, which allows you to pull text from any screenshot quickly. This method works not only for Instagram but for any social media app.
- Open Instagram and go to any comments section. Take a screenshot. Then, open Google Photos and locate your screenshot.
- The app will show an option to copy text at the bottom. Click on it.
- Choose the text you want to copy and tap “Copy text.”
Copy Instagram Comments on Pixel Phones
If you have a Google Pixel phone, you can copy text directly from Instagram without taking screenshots. You can do this from the recent apps menu. Here’s how:
- Open Instagram on your Pixel phone and keep the comments section visible.
- Swipe up from the bottom and hold to bring up the recent apps menu.
- Press and hold on a comment to copy the text.
Copy Comments on Instagram Desktop
Copying Instagram comments from the desktop version is straightforward. Just log into Instagram on a PC or Mac, visit any post, and copy the comments like you normally would. Unlike the mobile apps, there are no restrictions here.
Conclusion
Now you know how to copy Instagram comments on your iPhone and Android, even though it’s not a straightforward feature in the app. These tricks can help you save important comments or share them elsewhere.
Give these methods a try next time you find a comment you want to keep or share!
FAQs
Why can’t I copy Instagram comments on mobile apps?
Instagram has grown significantly in popularity, leading the company to disable the comment copying feature on mobile apps to prevent spam.
Can I copy text from Instagram Stories?
No, you cannot copy text from Instagram Stories. It’s like the text in YouTube videos, which you also can’t copy.