1. Should you upload YouTube Shorts to Instagram?

Yes. Do not share only the YouTube link because:

  • Instagram will not promote posts with external links (it wants people to stay on Instagram).

  • If you post only link ? very low reach.

Best method:
Upload the video directly to Instagram as:

  • Reel (main)

  • Then also post Story and Feed if needed.

2. Add YouTube link — but in a smart way

  • Put your YouTube channel link in your Instagram bio.

  • In Reels caption write:
    “Full drawing videos on YouTube ? link in bio ?”

Do not paste full YouTube link in the caption of every reel.

3. How to Improve Instagram Posts (Reels)

DoDon't
Post Reels consistently (at least 1 per day)Don’t upload only photos
Use simple, cute, clean thumbnailsDon’t add too many words
Use relevant music from Instagram libraryDon't use copyrighted music from outside
Add engaging captions + emojisDon’t make captions too long
Reply to comments quicklyDon’t leave the post inactive

4. Upload using Web or Instagram App?

  • For Reels, use Instagram App ? Better quality + Music options.

  • Web upload does not allow full music selection and may compress.

So: Use Instagram App.

5. Can you use other songs?

Yes, but:

  • Use Instagram built-in music library.

  • If you import music manually ? video may get muted / blocked.

So choose music inside Instagram when uploading.