9:16 reel cover preset

Instagram Reel Cover Maker

Create a vertical cover image for Instagram Reels without opening a heavy design app. The editor uses a 9:16 canvas and a cover-friendly layout for portraits, product previews, tutorial frames, and bold titles.

Create a Reel cover Open the full collage maker
Tip: Drag to replace images, hold Alt (Option ⌥) while dragging to move images, click to select an image then use ↑ ↓ ← → arrow keys to move it.

Preset setup

Best for Reels, Stories highlights, vertical course previews, and creator portfolios.

How to use it

  1. Upload the strongest vertical frame or visual hook.
  2. Add a short title and keep it away from crowded edges.
  3. Export the cover image and use it when publishing your Reel.

Design tips

  • Put the main subject near the center for safer cropping.
  • Use large text blocks sparingly so the cover stays clean.
  • Try a simple two-image layout for before/after or preview/result covers.

Why use this page instead of a generic collage maker?

This page opens the same ImageCollage editor with the right canvas shape and starting layout for instagram reel cover maker. You can still switch layouts, change spacing, add text or arrows, and export without a watermark. If you want a neutral starting point, use the full online collage maker.