GoHighLevel Instagram Story Guide

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How to Use the GoHighLevel Instagram Story Post Composer

If you manage social content in tools like ClickUp and need a smooth way to design and schedule Instagram Stories, the GoHighLevel Social Planner offers a built-in story post composer. This guide explains step by step how to create, customize, and publish Instagram Stories using GoHighLevel so your campaigns stay consistent and automated.

The instructions below are based on the official Social Planner story composer interface and walk you through every key setting, from image selection to stickers and scheduling.

Accessing the GoHighLevel Social Planner

Before you can create Instagram Stories, make sure your Instagram Business account is properly connected inside your GoHighLevel account.

Step 1: Open Social Planner in GoHighLevel

  1. Log in to your GoHighLevel account.
  2. From the left-hand menu, go to Marketing (or the section where Social Planner is enabled in your sub-account).
  3. Click on Social Planner to open the calendar and content planner area.

The Social Planner is where you can manage all your social posts, including Instagram feed posts, reels, and Stories.

Step 2: Confirm Instagram Is Connected

  1. Inside Social Planner, look for the option to Connect or Manage Accounts.
  2. Ensure your Instagram Business profile is connected via Facebook and has publishing permissions enabled.
  3. If it is not connected, follow the prompts to authorize GoHighLevel with your Facebook/Instagram account.

You must have a connected Instagram Business account to publish or schedule Stories using the GoHighLevel post composer.

Create a New Instagram Story in GoHighLevel

Once your account is connected, you can start creating a new Story post directly from the Social Planner calendar.

Step 3: Start a New Story Post

  1. In Social Planner, click on the date and time where you want to schedule a story, or click a New Post button if visible.
  2. Choose your Instagram account from the list of connected profiles.
  3. Select the Story format if the interface differentiates between Feed, Reel, and Story posts.

This opens the Instagram Story post composer window designed specifically for vertical content and story features.

Step 4: Upload or Select Story Media

The story composer allows you to add media that fits the Instagram Story aspect ratio.

  • Click Upload to add images or videos from your computer.
  • Or choose from existing media in your media library, if available.
  • Confirm the file meets Instagram’s size, aspect ratio, and length requirements.

After uploading, you should see a preview of the story canvas where further customization can be applied.

Using the GoHighLevel Story Post Composer Tools

The Instagram Story composer in GoHighLevel includes several tools to help you refine your content before publishing.

Step 5: Adjust the Story Layout

Inside the composer, you can refine how your media appears:

  • Reposition the image or video within the story frame.
  • Zoom or crop to highlight key content.
  • Switch to different media if the preview doesn’t match your brand guidelines.

Use the on-screen preview to ensure text or important visuals are not cut off at the top or bottom of the story.

Step 6: Add Text and Overlays

The story post composer typically provides text and overlay options to make your story more engaging:

  • Click the Text tool to add headlines or captions over the story.
  • Choose fonts, colors, and alignment to match your brand styling.
  • Position the text by dragging it around the canvas.

Keep your text concise and easy to read, especially on mobile screens.

Step 7: Insert Stickers or Interactive Elements

Depending on the current GoHighLevel features available in your account, you may be able to add stickers or interactive overlays that Instagram supports through the API, such as:

  • Poll stickers
  • Question or quiz stickers
  • Link buttons (where available)

Use these elements to drive engagement and collect feedback from your audience.

Scheduling Instagram Stories in GoHighLevel

One of the biggest benefits of using the GoHighLevel Instagram Story post composer is the ability to plan content in advance.

Step 8: Choose Publish Time and Date

  1. After designing your story, look for the scheduling panel on the right or bottom of the composer.
  2. Select the Date when the story should go live.
  3. Set the exact Time according to your audience’s peak activity hours.

This ensures your story content is published exactly when you want it to be, without manual posting from your phone.

Step 9: Select Accounts and Final Settings

If your GoHighLevel location has multiple Instagram profiles connected, you can choose the one or several that should receive the story:

  • Tick the checkbox next to the correct Instagram Business account.
  • Review any options such as time zone or publishing behavior.
  • Confirm that the story format is set correctly so it does not publish as a feed post by mistake.

Double-check your preview, text, and links before finalizing the schedule.

Step 10: Schedule or Publish Immediately

  1. Click Schedule to queue the story for the chosen date and time.
  2. Alternatively, choose Post Now or similar if you want it to publish immediately.
  3. Wait for the confirmation message in GoHighLevel that your story has been scheduled or sent.

Once scheduled, the story will appear on your Social Planner calendar, giving you a clear visual of your upcoming content.

Managing and Editing Scheduled GoHighLevel Stories

After you schedule a story, you may need to adjust the timing or content based on campaign changes.

Step 11: View Scheduled Stories

  • Open Social Planner in your GoHighLevel dashboard.
  • Navigate through the calendar to the date of your story.
  • Click on the scheduled story item to see its details.

From here, you can confirm its status, scheduled time, and associated Instagram account.

Step 12: Edit or Reschedule Stories

If the story has not yet been published, you can typically edit or reschedule it:

  • Click Edit to reopen the story post composer.
  • Adjust text, media, or stickers as needed.
  • Change the date and time if your campaign timing has shifted.

Save your changes to update the schedule. The revised story will then publish according to the new settings.

Best Practices for GoHighLevel Instagram Stories

To get the most from the Instagram Story post composer in GoHighLevel, keep these tips in mind:

  • Use vertical images or videos optimized for the story aspect ratio.
  • Keep important text away from the edges to avoid cropping.
  • Plan story sequences in advance and schedule multiple stories across the day.
  • Combine interactive stickers with clear calls to action.
  • Monitor performance metrics in your social reports and refine your story strategy.

By using the Social Planner and story composer together, you can centralize your Instagram planning and maintain a consistent posting schedule.

Additional Resources and References

For the most accurate and up-to-date visual instructions on the Instagram Story post composer, refer to the official GoHighLevel documentation here: How to use the Instagram Story post composer in Social Planner.

If you want expert help with implementation, automation, and strategy around GoHighLevel, you can also visit Consultevo for consulting and done-for-you services.

Using the Instagram Story post composer effectively inside GoHighLevel allows you to plan, design, and automate engaging story content without leaving your CRM and marketing automation hub.

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