Social Media Design Platform-Specific Design 2

Question 1

What is the maximum file size for uploading an image to Instagram?

Accepted Answer

8MB

Answer

Instagram allows image uploads up to 8MB; exceeding this will result in an upload error or automatic compression.

Question 2

For Twitter/X, what is the recommended image size for in-feed posts?

Accepted Answer

1200×675px

Answer

Twitter/X recommends 1200×675px (16:9 landscape) for in-feed images, which display without cropping in the timeline.

Question 3

Which Pinterest pin format is recommended for maximum reach?

Accepted Answer

Standard pin 2:3

Answer

The standard 2:3 ratio (e.g., 1000×1500px) is Pinterest's recommended format and receives the widest distribution in feeds.

Question 4

What is Instagram Stories' recommended resolution?

Accepted Answer

1080×1920px

Answer

Instagram Stories use a 9:16 aspect ratio at 1080×1920px to fill the entire smartphone screen vertically.

Question 5

How does Facebook's text overlay rule affect ad image design?

Accepted Answer

Images with more than 20% text area historically received reduced delivery

Answer

Facebook historically penalized ad images where text covered more than 20% of the image by reducing their delivery, though this rule has been relaxed; minimal text still performs better.

Social Media Design Practice Test

Social Media Design Practice Test

Social Media Design Platform-Specific Design 2