Instagram is exploring new ways to improve how users manage their interactions with shared content. In its latest feature test, the platform is developing a “Social Library” to help users track posts, Reels, and other content they’ve interacted with, making it easier to revisit items they’ve liked, bookmarked, or shared. This move comes as users increasingly rely on Instagram for content discovery and sharing.
The feature, spotted by app researcher Alessandro Paluzzi, offers a dedicated space where users can view all the content they’ve reshared, liked, or bookmarked. Organized into accessible lists, this tool will alleviate a common user pain point—trying to find a piece of content that was shared but lost in a flurry of direct messages (DMs).
The rise in shared content on Instagram isn’t new. In 2022, Instagram’s chief, Adam Mosseri, noted a shift in user behavior, with more content being shared through DMs and Stories than traditional Feed posts. This change in user engagement highlights the growing importance of shared content on the platform, further validating the need for improved content tracking systems like the Social Library.
This isn’t the first time Instagram has tested features aimed at improving user experience. Past updates, such as the integration of AI-powered recommendations, have increased time spent on the platform and fostered deeper engagement through shared posts. Industry experts have observed that the platform is shifting toward a discovery-based model, where memes and viral content drive conversations and connections, rather than personal updates.
With Instagram’s new feature test, users will soon have a streamlined method to revisit shared content. For those who frequently lose track of interesting posts or memes, this development is set to be a game-changer. Stay tuned for updates on when this feature might roll out globally.