Instagram launches Snapchat-style 'Stories' that let you add text and emoji to disappearing videos that only last for 24 hours

Instagram is launching a new feature today that lets users create 10-second video clips and share them with a select group of followers.

The feature will let users create 10-second videos.

They will be able to apply filters, type text and doodle over the clips. 

The videos will appear on someone's profile for 24 hours.

Instagram  has named it 'Stories' because this is the name people have widely adopted for the format, most commonly associated with Snapchat.

Unlike videos shared on someone's Instagram feed, exactly who has viewed the story will be able to be seen by whoever posted it.

Users can also choose to save the videos or post to their Instagram feed, where they will become permanent like normal Instagram videos. 

WHAT ARE 'STORIES'? 

1)The feature will let users create 10-second videos then apply filters, type text, add emojis and doodle over the clips. 

2)The videos will appear on someone's profile for 24 hours.

3)Unlike videos shared on someone's Instagram feed, exactly who has viewed the story will be able to be seen by whoever posted it. 

4)Instagram has named it 'Stories' because this is the name people have widely adopted for the format, most widely-associated with Snapchat.

HOW TO CREATE A STORY 

1)To make an Instagram story,  tap the plus icon within a circle, found on the top left of the feed.

Then, hold down the button at the bottom for up to 10 seconds to record video.

2)By swiping right a series of filters can be applied to the video.

3)Options to add text and draw using a variety of colours, including some exciting neon colours, are also available.

4)Then users can either specify which of their followers they want to hide individual stories from, or alternatively this can be specified in Settings to apply to all stories