How to make a boomerang
- Choose a video from your phone or computer.
- Set Start at to where the action begins and Length to 1–1.5 seconds — the preview loops the part you picked.
- Pick the speed and how many times it should bounce back and forth.
- Click Create boomerang, then download or share the MP4.
Ideas that look great
- Throwing colours at Holi, flower petals at a wedding, or confetti at a birthday.
- A cricket shot, a jump into the pool or a bike wheelie.
- Cheers with chai or coffee cups, a dupatta twirl, or a dog catching a treat.
Boomerangs are silent by design. To add music and captions, put the boomerang into the reel maker; to save the sound from another video, use the reel audio extractor.
Frequently asked questions
How do I make a boomerang from a video I already recorded?
Choose the video, pick where the action starts and how long the moment is (1–2 seconds is ideal), then click Create boomerang. The clip plays forward then backward, repeated, and downloads as an MP4.
How do I post it on Instagram?
Upload the MP4 as a story or reel from your gallery. Instagram and WhatsApp play it on loop automatically, just like a boomerang made in the app.
What makes a good boomerang?
Short, clear movement: a toss, a jump, a splash, clinking glasses, hair flip or a quick wave. Keep the phone steady and pick a 1–1.5 second moment.
Is my video uploaded?
No. Frames are read and the boomerang is encoded on your device with your browser's video encoder.
Last updated: 25 September 2026Suggest an improvement · Report a problem