Instagram Grid Maker — SoMePoster

Instagram Grid Maker

Free online image splitter for Instagram Grids and Carousels.

Settings

3
3

Tiles are square (1:1) and numbered in the order you should post them on Instagram for a seamless feed. Drag the preview to reposition the crop.

Drop a photo here

or click to browse · JPG, PNG, WEBP

Drag to reposition · scroll to zoom

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Recommended Dimensions

3 × 3
1:1 square
3240 × 3240 px

Each tile becomes a perfect 1080×1080 px square.

3 × 2
3:2 landscape
3240 × 2160 px

Good for panoramic images.

3 × 1
3:1 wide banner
3240 × 1080 px

A single row banner across your feed.

1 × 3
1:3 portrait
1080 × 3240 px

A single column (best with tall portrait photos)

Minimum 1080 px per tile side for full Instagram quality.
Use the highest resolution original. The tool will never upscale.
Post tiles in numbered order. The highest number first.
JPG is recommended. Instagram will recompresses PNG anyway.

How It Works

1

Upload your photo

Drop any JPG, PNG, or WEBP image into the image field. You dont need any account or any login to use the grid maker.

2

Choose your grid

Pick a preset like 3×3 or set a custom number of columns and rows.

3

Download the tiles

Get all tiles as a ZIP file. Each tile is numbered in the exact posting order.

4

Post on Instagram

Upload tiles to Instagram starting from the highest number. And enjoy your new feed!

Frequently Asked Questions

How do you make a grid on Instagram?

You start by uploading a photo to the SoMePoster Instagram Grid Maker. Now you can choose the layout (e.g. 3×3). The tool lets you move the image around so you can make the grid exactly how you want it. Each tile will have a number. Upload the tiles in the correct order from highest number to lowest. And watch your amazing new feed!

What is the best grid app for Instagram?

SoMePoster's Instagram Grid Maker is the perfect free option! You don't need to do anything other than insert your photo, choose your grid and download. No account is needed. It's that easy.

Can you customize an Instagram grid?

Our Instagram Grid Maker, lets you choose any number of columns and rows. Not only the standard 3×3. So you have the flexibility to make it exactly like you want the grid up to 6×6.

Does Instagram have a grid planner?

Instagram does not have a grid builder. You need an external tool to split your images into a grid like SoMePoster's free Instagram Grid Maker.

What is the 5-3-1 rule on Instagram?

The 5-3-1 rule is a content strategy. For every 5 informational posts, there are 3 engaging posts, and only 1 promotional post. The idea behind this strategy is to balance between promotional, engaging and interactive posts. So followers don't feel overwhelmed with too much marketing. A feed grid can help make this strategy even more effective visually.

How do I turn a picture into a grid?

Use our grid maker. Upload your image, select the grid size you want, and download. The tool automatically crops and splits your photo into perfectly sized square tiles, numbered in the correct posting order.

How to make a perfect grid on Instagram?

To make the perfect grid on Instagram, high resolution is important! At least 3240×3240 px for a 3×3 grid. You can use the SoMePoster Grid Maker to split it into tiles up to 6×6. and post them in correct order (highest number first).

What are the biggest Instagram grid mistakes?

The most common mistake we see often are posting the tiles out of order. But other mistakes to avoid is using low resolution photos (the grid will be blurry), leaving gaps between posts, and choosing an aspect ratio that doesn't match your photo. With SoMePoster's Instagram Grid Maker, there's a clear guide so you don't make these mistakes!

How to create a seamless Instagram carousel?

A carousel is different from a grid split. It's often used as a single post where when you slide through the images, it will continue from the previous image. You can design it like a wide image (e.g. 3240×1080 px for 3 slides), then use a 3×1 layout in the Grid Maker to split it. And there you have your Instagram Carousel! (Remember to post the images in correct order)

Which app is used for making grids?

SoMePoster's Instagram Grid Maker is everything you need to make a clean grid for your Instagram feed. It's free, and you don't need to log in to access the tool.

Is the Instagram Grid Maker free to use?

Yes. The SoMePoster Instagram Grid Maker is free to use, and you don't need to sign up. Just open the tool on this page, insert your photo, choose your layout, and download. It's that simple.

How to create a 3-part Instagram grid?

Use SoMePoster's Instagram Grid Maker. Select the 3×1 layout, insert your image, download, and post them one by one in the correct order. They will appear as a connected row on your feed.

Is there a free Instagram grid app?

Yes, the SoMePoster Instagram Grid Maker is completely free with no sign-up required. Just open the tool on this page, upload your photo, choose your layout, and download. It's that simple!

Are Instagram grids still a thing?

Yes. In 2026 Instagram Grids is still growing. With growing brand interests in Social Media. This is a way for brands to stand out. A well planned grid is the strongest first impression of a feed you can make. Split image grids and themed layouts are very popular among brands, creators and photographers.

How to make an Instagram grid for free?

Use the SoMePoster Instagram Grid Maker on this page, it's free, works in any browser, and requires no account. Upload your image, pick a grid size, download, and post them to Instagram in the numbered order.

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