How to make the most out of your Instagram Live sessions

Instagram Live views in India have increased by over 60%. Here are some tips to make the most out of your Instagram Live sessions.

Instagram Live views in India have increased by over 60% in India. (Instagram)

You're probably seeing more number of Instagram Live sessions. Not just from regular users, but from celebrities, news reporters and more. With such tools being the only resource available now, more people are turning to Instagram Live and similar platforms. In fact, India has witnessed over 60% increase in Instagram Live views, the company said. But turns out not everyone is well equipped with going live on Instagram or making the most of it.

Instagram Live feature is available within its app on Android and iOS. You can find it by tapping on the camera icon which you normally does for posting an Insta Story. Here, just scroll left on the bottom bar and you'll see the 'Live' option. Just select it and you're ready to go live. But there are certain things to keep in mind before going live on Instagram. Newbies and experienced users can take these tips to make the most out of Instagram Live.

Countdown to your Instagram Live

It's always a good idea to let your followers know in advance about your Instagram Live session. You can do so by using the countdown sticker from the Stories section. Just select it and add the time you're going to go live. Once the countdown ends, your followers will be notified about your Instagram Live.

Connection test

Before starting your Instagram Live, check if you have a secure connection. It's best to use a Wi-Fi connection for a smooth and uninterrupted connectivity. Using mobile data may interrupt your Instagram Live in between. The app is optimised enough to run Instagram Live though.

Don't start off immediately

Realme on Tuesday launched its second smartphone in India – Realme 2. This is also the first smartphone Realme launched as an independent company after its exit from Oppo. Realme 2 features a 6.2-inch HD+ display with 19:9 aspect ratio. It is powered by Qualcomm's Snapdragon 450 processor paired with 3GB RAM plus 32GB storage and 4GB RAM plus 64GB storage. The smartphone sports a dual-camera setup of 13-megapixel and 2-megapixel sensor, and an 8-megapixel front camera. Realme 2 is fuelled by a 4,230mAh battery, and also features a rear fingerprint sensor.

Realme on Tuesday launched its second smartphone in India – Realme 2. This is also the first smartphone Realme launched as an independent company after its exit from Oppo. Realme 2 features a 6.2-inch HD+ display with 19:9 aspect ratio. It is powered by Qualcomm's Snapdragon 450 processor paired with 3GB RAM plus 32GB storage and 4GB RAM plus 64GB storage. The smartphone sports a dual-camera setup of 13-megapixel and 2-megapixel sensor, and an 8-megapixel front camera. Realme 2 is fuelled by a 4,230mAh battery, and also features a rear fingerprint sensor.