Free Instagram Carousel Post Planner
Turn a topic into Instagram carousel ideas and plan each slide. Plan an Instagram or LinkedIn carousel slide by slide. Pick the format, add your topic and points, and get the cover, every content slide and the closing slide written out.
How to plan a carousel
- Enter the topic and pick a format: tips, steps, myths or mistakes.
- List your points, one per line.
- Choose the last slide action and add your handle.
- Copy each slide’s text into Canva or your design tool.
Why carousels work
Carousels let people swipe through a full idea in one post. They are easy to save and share, which signals value, and each swipe keeps people on your post longer. Educational carousels work especially well for institutes, coaches and service businesses.
Carousel design tips
| Tip | Why |
|---|---|
| Strong cover with a number | "5 mistakes" tells people what they will get |
| One idea per slide | Easy to read on a phone |
| Large text, plenty of space | Readable at a glance |
| Same template on every slide | Looks professional and recognisable |
| Clear last slide | Turns interest into a save, follow or DM |
Sizes and next steps
Use 1080 x 1080 px for square or 1080 x 1350 px for portrait slides. See all sizes in our social media image size guide, and write the caption with the caption generator.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is this carousel planner free?
Yes. It is free with no sign-up and works in your browser.
How many slides should a carousel have?
Instagram allows up to 20, but 7 to 10 slides usually keeps people swiping to the end.
What size should carousel slides be?
1080 x 1350 px for portrait, which takes more space in the feed, or 1080 x 1080 px for square.
Does it work for LinkedIn carousels?
Yes. On LinkedIn, upload the slides as a PDF document post to create a swipeable carousel.