Pinterest Unveils Collage Remixing and Sharing to Boost User Creativity

To use the Collage Sharing feature on Pinterest, follow these steps:

1. Go to the collage that you want to share.
2. Tap … and tap Download collage.
3. Select the format you want to share and tap Download.
4. Once the video has downloaded to your camera roll, tap Share.
5. Tap Copy to copy the link to your collage.
6. Upload the video to your social accounts.

If you’re sharing to Instagram Stories:

1. Tap the Stickers icon.
2. Choose Link, paste the collage URL, and tap Done.
3. Share to your stories!

To remix a collage on Pinterest, follow these steps:

1. Tap the + at the bottom of your screen, then select Collage.
2. Swipe through the cards and tap Remix a collage.
3. Choose a collage, then tap Remix in the top right corner.
4. Start editing the collage to customize! You can:
   • Swap existing cutouts. Tap each cutout to edit, then tap Swap to replace it with another Pin or cutout. To keep the shape and size of the original cutout, tap the option to Keep original shape.
   • Add more to the design. Add more cutouts, or use the editing tools to add text, drawings, or change the background color.
5. Publish your remix as a collage. When you create a remix, it will show the original collage creator’s username at the bottom.
6. You can also remix collages that you discover by tapping Remix in the bottom right corner.

Collages have become popular among Pinterest users for several reasons:

• Interactive and Dynamic: Collages are an interactive Pin format composed of cutouts, allowing users to bring their ideas to life in a dynamic and engaging way.
• Creative Expression: Users, particularly Gen Z, love creating collages as a way to express themselves. They use collages to visualize, plan, and shop ideas.
• High Engagement: Collages are saved at significantly higher rates than other Pin types, indicating strong user engagement.
• Versatility: From planning outfits and building beauty routines to creating aesthetic mood boards and designing dream dorms, collages serve multiple purposes.
• Relaxation and Fun: Many Pinterest users find making collages a fun and relaxing form of self-expression.

Since their introduction in 2023, collages have sparked a wave of fresh and exciting user-generated content on Pinterest.