Several filters are built into the app, but there arelotsmore available.

These directions help you search for Instagram effects.

Tap themagnifying glass(called Browse effects).

Little girl using Instagram app changing her face with kitten face

Artur Debat / Getty Images

Tap one of the filters you see or swipe through the categories to find other filters.

To search for an Instagram filter by name, tap the smallmagnifying glass.

Tap a filter to instantly begin previewing it.

Searching for Instagram effects in the Android app

How to Find Instagram Filters by Creator

Tap thethree dotsnext to the caption at the bottom.

Tap the small button on the far right.

It might say+1or something similar.

Audio and filters used by a creator in their Instagram Reel

The filter the creator used is listed in the pop-up menu.

Tap thebookmarkicon to save it to your gallery for use later, or tap thecameraicon to use it now.

If you selected thecamera, chooseSuggested audio & effectsat the top of the screen.

Audio and Effects menu for an Instagram Reel

Tap the effect from the list, then chooseContinueto apply it right now.

Have them send it to you through their gallery.

Another way is to follow the above directions to find it on one of their existing posts.

Sharing an Instagram effect

FAQ

If the Instagram filters feature isn’t working, close and restart the app.

You might need toforce-stop the app on Android.

If you’re still having problems, update the app or redownload it.

To use face filters on Instagram, tapEffectswhile viewing yourself in the camera.