How to Create Instagram Reels Automatically in Just Minutes Using Pabbly Connect

Learn how to automate Instagram Reels creation in minutes using Pabbly Connect. Step-by-step guide on integrating Google Sheets and Creator Mate. Explore systematic approaches to creating efficient automation solutions that convert technical concepts into practical, implementable instructions.

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1. Setting Up Pabbly Connect for Instagram Reels

To create Instagram Reels automatically in just minutes, start by accessing Pabbly Connect. This platform allows you to automate workflows without any programming skills. Sign in to your Pabbly Connect account, or if you’re new, sign up for free to get started with 100 free tasks every month.

Once logged in, navigate to the Pabbly Connect dashboard. Click on the ‘Create Workflow’ button in the top right corner. Enter a name for your workflow, such as ‘How to Create Instagram Reels Automatically in Just Minutes’, and select a folder to save it. This sets the foundation for your automation process.

2. Trigger Setup with Google Sheets in Pabbly Connect

The next step involves setting up a trigger in Pabbly Connect. Click on the trigger application and select Google Sheets. This integration allows you to capture data directly from a spreadsheet where you will input the details for your Instagram Reels.

• Select ‘New or Updated Spreadsheet Row’ as the trigger event.
• Copy the webhook URL provided by Pabbly Connect.
• Open your Google Sheets and navigate to Extensions > Add-ons > Get Add-ons to install Pabbly Connect Webhooks.

After installing the add-on, return to your Google Sheets, click on Extensions, and select Pabbly Connect Webhooks. Choose ‘Initial Setup’ and paste the webhook URL. Set column B as your trigger column, where you will enter the details for your Instagram Reel.

3. Creating Reels Using Creator Mate Through Pabbly Connect

Now, it’s time to set up the action in Pabbly Connect to create your Instagram Reel. Choose Creator Mate as the action application. This tool simplifies video creation and editing, allowing you to use pre-made templates.

For the action event, select ‘Get Specific Template’. You will need to connect your Creator Mate account to Pabbly Connect by providing your API token. Once connected, select the template you created for your Instagram Reels.

• Enter the template ID for your Instagram Reel.
• Map the variables from your Google Sheets data to the corresponding fields in Creator Mate.

By doing this, you ensure that each time you enter new data in Google Sheets, it will dynamically generate a new Reel using the specified template.

4. Adding Delay and Publishing on Instagram

After creating the Reel, you need to add a delay before publishing it on Instagram. This is essential as it takes time for the Reel to render. In your Pabbly Connect workflow, add another action step and select ‘Delay by Pabbly’. Set the delay time to 5 minutes. using Pabbly Connect

Next, add another action step and select Instagram for Business as your application. Choose ‘Create a Reel Video’ as the action event. Connect your Instagram account and map the video URL generated by Creator Mate to this action. Also, map the caption from your Google Sheets.

Finally, publish the Reel by adding another action step to select Instagram for Business again, but this time choose ‘Publish Video’. Map the video ID from the previous step and select your Instagram account to complete the process.

5. Updating Google Sheets with the Created Reel URL

Once the Reel is published on your Instagram account, the last step is to update your Google Sheets with the URL of the created Reel. In Pabbly Connect, add another action step, select Google Sheets, and choose ‘Update Row’ as the action event.

Connect your Google Sheets account and select the spreadsheet where you want to update the information. Map the created Reel URL to the corresponding field in your spreadsheet. This allows you to keep track of all your published Reels in one place.

After completing these steps, you will have successfully set up an automation that creates Instagram Reels automatically using Pabbly Connect. This integration not only saves time but also enhances your social media presence by ensuring consistent content posting.

Conclusion

Using Pabbly Connect, you can automate the creation and posting of Instagram Reels efficiently. This tutorial guides you through integrating Google Sheets and Creator Mate, enhancing your content strategy effortlessly.