Instagram unveils hidden features as Valentine’s Day surprise

To celebrate Valentine’s Day, Instagram is introducing a range of special hidden features that users can enjoy for the next two days starting February 14. The social media platform, in. a press release, said it is enhancing the V-Day spirit by adding unique elements to Stories and Notes.

Instagram users can now trigger an “exploding heart/emoji” animation in their Direct Message (DM) inbox by posting or tapping Notes with Valentine’s Day-related keywords or emojis. The list of triggering keywords includes popular phrases like "Happy Valentine’s Day," "Happy vday," "Vday," and a selection of heart emojis.

Instagram users can now trigger an “exploding heart/emoji” animation in their Direct Message (DM) inbox.

Instagram said in the press release that it is is turning Stories into a canvas for love stories with its latest feature. When users post or tap an @mention in their Stories, they can watch as floating hearts fill their visual narrative. Additionally, the @mention sticker in the Stories sticker tray will also receive a "hearty" transformation, adding a romantic flair to the Instagram experience.