Free Carousel
Maker
Transform panoramic images into swipeable Instagram carousels. Split wide images into perfect slides for maximum engagement.
Upload Your Image
Carousel Options
Aspect Ratio
Split Direction
Number of Splits
Resize Before Split
Resize the image width before splitting. Height scales proportionally.
Output Format
Image Quality
Seamless Splits
Perfect alignment between slides for smooth swiping.
Mobile Optimized
Sized perfectly for Instagram's mobile display.
Quick Download
Get all slides in a ZIP file, numbered in order.
How to Create a Carousel
Upload Wide Image
Upload a panoramic or wide image that you want to turn into a swipeable carousel.
Choose Vertical Split
Select 'Vertical' as the split direction — vertical cuts produce side-by-side pieces that become left-to-right carousel slides.
Set Number of Slides
Choose how many slides you want (2-10). Preview the split lines on your image.
Download & Post
Download your carousel slides and upload them to Instagram in order.
Why Use Carousel Posts?
3x More Engagement
Carousel posts get 3x more engagement than single images on average.
Higher Reach
Instagram's algorithm favors carousels, showing them to more people.
Tell Better Stories
Multiple slides let you share more context and information.
More Saves
Users save carousels more often, boosting your content's visibility.
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Carousel Maker FAQ
What is an Instagram carousel post?
A carousel post is an Instagram post with multiple images or videos that users swipe through. You can include up to 10 slides in a single carousel post.
How do I create a carousel from one image?
Upload your wide or panoramic image, select 'Vertical' split direction (vertical cuts produce side-by-side slides), choose how many slides you want (2-10), and click 'Split Image'. Each piece becomes one carousel slide.
What's the best image size for carousel posts?
For the best results, use images with a 4:5 aspect ratio (1080x1350 pixels per slide). Our tool automatically optimizes your splits for Instagram's dimensions.
How many slides should my carousel have?
Research shows 5-7 slides perform best for engagement. However, the optimal number depends on your content - use enough slides to tell your story effectively.
Can I create carousel posts for LinkedIn and TikTok too?
Yes! While optimized for Instagram, our carousel maker works for any platform. LinkedIn document posts and TikTok slideshows use similar formats.
Why do carousel posts get more engagement?
Carousels encourage users to spend more time on your post by swiping through slides. Instagram's algorithm favors content with higher engagement time, boosting your reach. Studies show carousels get 3x more engagement than single images.
What's the difference between a carousel and a grid post?
A carousel is a single post with multiple swipeable slides, while a grid post splits an image across multiple separate posts on your profile. Carousels are better for storytelling; grids create visual impact on your profile page.
Can I mix photos and text slides in a carousel?
Yes! Many creators combine image slides with text-based slides for educational content. Split your images here, then add text slides using Instagram's native tools or a design app like Canva.
How do I ensure seamless transitions between slides?
Our carousel maker creates perfectly aligned splits with optional overlap. This ensures smooth visual continuity as users swipe. Enable the 'Overlap' option for extra seamless transitions.
What's the maximum file size for carousel slides?
Instagram allows up to 30MB per image. Our tool processes images locally in your browser, so there's no upload limit on our end. We recommend keeping source images under 10MB for optimal performance.
Can I rearrange slides after splitting?
Our tool numbers each slide in order (1, 2, 3...). When uploading to Instagram, simply select them in numerical order. If you need to rearrange, just rename the files before uploading.
Do carousels work the same on Facebook?
Yes! Facebook supports carousel posts with up to 10 images. The same slides you create for Instagram work perfectly on Facebook, though optimal dimensions may vary slightly (1080x1080 for Facebook).
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