2 Easy Ways to Share Photos From Your Computer to Instagram

Instagram is one of the biggest forces in photo sharing right now. However, for those of us who like to play with our photos on a larger screen, sharing from the computer to Instagram can be a bit of a headache requiring the photographer to transfer the processed image back to their smartphone before publishing to the Instagram app.

Luckily several third party programmers have taken on this challenge allowing access to Instagram from your desktop computer, no smartphone required. Below are two of my favorite methods for getting photos from my desktop computer to Instagram.

LR/Instagram Plugin {Mac/PC}

The LR/Instagram Plugin is my favorite option, and the one I use most. I process my photos as usual using Lightroom as my home base. Once I’m finished I can share the photo without leaving Lightroom! You can even include your watermark, add a caption, and hashtags.

Pros:

• Instagram sharing directly from Lightroom
• Includes custom watermark, if desired
• Add caption & hashtags
• Works on Mac/PC
• Compatible with Lightroom 3 or later

Cons:

• None that I can think of

Cost:

• Free to try, the developer requests $10 for registration if you like it (paying for software = good karma)

Uplet {Mac}

If you are on a Mac and aren’t a Lightroom user, Uplet is the tool is for you! It has a simple drag & drop interface allowing you to post photos quickly and easily. You can also add a caption & hashtags.

Pros:

• Quick drag & drop interface
• Add captions, emojis & hashtags

Cons:

• Mac only

Cost:

• Free to try (upload up to 5 images), $19.99 for the full version {50% off when purchased with Macphun’s Intensify CK, details below}

Intensify CK + Uplet {50% off}

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Intensify CK features:

• 4 cutting-edge detail controls
• Over 70 one-click presets for instant results
• Supports RAW files + all popular image formats
• A complete set of editing tools, including layers & brushes
• Use as a standalone app or plug-in

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