Instagram is currently experimenting with an exciting new enhancement for its recently launched Restyle feature. This innovative tool, powered by Meta AI, is already integrated into Instagram Stories and the standalone Edits app. It empowers users to modify images and videos by simply typing in commands, much like Google’s Nano Banana image model. You can also pick from a variety of pre-designed styles to instantly transform your visual content. Now, according to recent reports, the Meta-owned platform is preparing to extend this creative power to text, allowing for custom font generation.
Get Ready for Custom Text Styles on Instagram Stories
Sources indicate that Instagram has begun piloting the ‘Restyle Text’ feature with a select group of users. True to its name, this functionality lets you craft bespoke fonts using natural language descriptions. Imagine generating text that perfectly matches your mood or aesthetic! Initial observations suggest users will have access to convenient built-in presets, including ‘Chrome’ and ‘Balloon,’ alongside the ability to input their own creative prompts for truly distinctive and playful text designs.
The original Restyle tool itself is a relatively new addition to the social media giant’s offerings. Leveraging Meta’s proprietary generative AI models, it brings powerful in-line editing capabilities directly to your fingertips, mirroring features seen in tools like Nano Banana. To activate it within Instagram, simply upload an image to your Stories, then tap the paintbrush icon at the top right. This reveals a suite of options at the bottom, including Add, Remove, and Change elements, along with various preset styles, all navigable by horizontal scrolling.
Soon, Instagram Story creators will gain the ability to infuse their posts with truly distinctive typography. For instance, a report described generating text where each individual letter sported a party hat – a playful touch that showcases the feature’s versatility. Other examples mentioned include text with a sleek, shiny chrome finish or a whimsical, balloon-like aesthetic.
Beyond Stories, the standalone Edits app also incorporates this versatile Restyle feature. Here, users can apply these same AI-generated effects directly to short video clips, providing another avenue for creative expression before importing their polished videos.