Did you know that “How to skip a line in Instagram” and “How to add line breaks in Instagram captions” has over 500 million Google searches?!
You are not the only one who has pulled their hair out trying to clean up Instagram captions and avoid using awkward characters and clunky punctuation.
It has been such a struggle to effectively format your Instagram captions – until now.
When you skip a line (add spaces) on Instagram, you instantly get a cleaner, more organized look.
Like this:
- Adding line breaks in Instagram captions is simple.
- It helps your feed to look organised and clean.
- Line breaks make it much easier for your followers to read the caption.
Ready to learn how? Let’s go!
How Can I Add Line Breaks in Instagram Captions on the Instagram App?
Adding line breaks in Instagram captions is easier than you think! Follow these steps:
Step 1: Open Instagram and select an image to share.
Screenshot of Instagram image selection. Caption: Create a new post on Instagram
Step 2: When you’re done editing your photo, tap “Done” to get to the caption area.
Screenshot of Instagram editing music. Caption: Edit your photo or video with filters or music
Step 3: Write out your caption in the text area and then decide where you want line breaks.
Screenshot of Instagram caption writing screen. Caption: Write your Instagram caption
Step 4: Place your cursor at the end of the desired line and press the return button on your mobile keyboard to create the line break.
Screenshot of adding a caption to an Instagram post. Caption: Create line breaks in Instagram to make your post easier to read
That’s it! You’ve added an Instagram caption line break. For multiple breaks, keep repeating the process until you’re done.
But before you start adding line breaks, here are some things to keep in mind:
1. Instagram doesn’t like large blocks of open spaces or multiple line breaks without characters. When you type up your caption and include more than one line break without including a character, Instagram will automatically limit your published caption to one line break.
2. Instagram captions have a 2,200 character limit. So, no matter how carried away you want to get with line breaks, you’ll be capped at 2,200 characters.
What Is the Best Third-Party Tool to Help with Line Breaks in Instagram Captions?
Here’s the thing.
While it’s possible to add line breaks while using the Instagram app, it’s tedious.
If you’re batch-creating content for the week or month, you want to write all your captions with the correct formatting in one sitting – not when it’s time to post.
That’s where Plann enters the chat.
Whether you use your desktop, tablet or mobile phone, you can create perfectly formatted Instagram captions every single time.
Here’s how:
Step 1: Navigate to the “Create” tab and upload all your images or videos for the week or month.
Screenshot of Plann Workspace, create post screen. Caption: Create a new post on Plann’s desktop or mobile apps
Step 2: Select the post you want to work on and write your caption.
Plann Workspace, caption writing screen for Instagram. Caption: Select a post to begin writing your Instagram caption
Step 3: To create a line break, tap or click on the return button.
Plann Workspace, a caption has been written for Instagram with line breaks. Caption: Write your Instagram caption and easily create line breaks for your Instagram posts
Step 4: Add emojis with ease to break up your text.
Emojis added to Instagram caption inside Plann Workspace. Caption: Add emojis to create a visual Instagram line break
Step 5: Tap the “+” icon next to the Instagram icon to instantly cross-post to other social media platforms connected to your Plann account. Say goodbye to tedious copying and pasting captions!
Step 6: Tap “Create Post” when you’re done.
Struggling to find the words for your captions? Press the spacebar to launch Plann’s AI caption generator.
Plann’s AI Caption Generator screen. Caption: Use Plann’s AI caption generator to write captions and automatically create line breaks.
It automatically writes a caption based on preferences and adds line breaks to paragraphs.
How cool?!
Psst… You get five free caption credits every month. Give it a try, and you’ll save time creating content.
Frequently Asked Questions
What Are the Benefits of Using Line Breaks in Instagram Captions?
Line breaks help break up large walls of text, making it easier for readers to follow your ideas and get immersed in your content. They also create a cleaner, more organized look, highlighting important calls to action or pieces of information. With most users skim-reading online, creating digestible chunks helps your message cut through the noise—fast, before attention spans start to wane.
Can I Use Special Characters or Symbols to Create Line Breaks on Instagram?
Absolutely! Special characters or symbols, like periods, dashes, or emojis, can create line breaks and add personality to your captions. Just place them where you want a break, and hit return to format your caption.
Why Do My Line Breaks Disappear After Posting on Instagram?
Line breaks might disappear if there are hidden spaces or if Instagram’s formatting rules aren’t followed correctly. Make sure there are no extra spaces at the end of each line and always double-check your posts before you hit publish.
Did you make a mistake? No worries!
You can always edit your Instagram posts after publishing and fix any line break errors in your captions.
Plann for Instagram Success
Adding line breaks in Instagram captions is an easy way to make your posts more engaging. With no more walls of text, your content is instantly easy to read and digestible for users.
You know what that means? More engagement and more eyeballs actually reading your captions!
If you’re feeling overwhelmed by managing all your social media tasks, Plann can help! Sign up for a FREE 7-day trial and access tools like an AI caption generator, powerful hashtag manager, auto-posting for Reels and TikToks and single-click cross-posting functionality.
