How to Restore Chronological Feed on Instagram

Instagram has introduced the option to view your feed in chronological order, which many users have been eagerly awaiting for some time. If you haven’t yet updated your feed to this new format, here’s how you can do it:

Steps to View Your Instagram Feed Chronologically

1. Open the Instagram App

2. Navigate to Your Profile

3. Tap the Menu Icon

4. Select Settings

5. Choose Your Feed View

6. Toggle to Chronological View

Step-by-Step Guide

If you're on an iPhone or iPad:

Open the Instagram app on your mobile device. Tap on your profile picture in the bottom right corner to navigate to your profile. Next, tap the three horizontal lines menu icon located in the top right corner. Select Settings from the menu. Look for the option that says View posts chronologically or similar. This might vary slightly depending on the latest app updates. Select View posts chronologically if available; otherwise, switch to one of the other feed views like Most Recent.

Note: Instagram frequently updates its features, so if you don't see these options, ensure your app is updated to the latest version.

Current State of Instagram's Algorithm

A week ago, Instagram began offering a more flexible feed view option, allowing users to choose between viewing posts in chronological order or based on algorithmic preferences. However, this change must be re-selected each time you open the app. “Chronological” cannot be set as the default view.

Instagram’s current algorithm also affects the order of your Instagram stories and feed. While you can refresh to see the most recent posts from the accounts you follow and interact with frequently, it's not possible to set a default chronological view for these updates.

Don't forget, your choice with Instagram’s algorithm is not permanent. It can change at any time based on new updates or changes made by Instagram. Thus, if you have specific preferences for how your feed is ordered, it's best to save them before each session.

Why Chronological Feed is Important

Many users prefer chronological feed for a couple of reasons. Firstly, it helps in creating a more linear and predictable viewing experience, making it easier to track the timeline of events or posts. Secondly, for businesses, it allows for more consistent follower engagement by seeing posts in the order they were published.

However, as mentioned by other users, the new algorithm introduced in 2017 is not something you can easily change or revert back to. Instagram has stated that the chronological feed is not coming back any time soon.

Conclusion

While currently limited, the option to view your Instagram feed in chronological order has been reintroduced. By following the steps above, you can take advantage of this feature. However, remember that Instagram’s algorithm changes, and options might differ based on updates. If you’re not satisfied with the current view, you can switch between different feed views as needed.

Stay updated with the latest changes in Instagram to make the most of your timeline.