On multiple occasions, when you want to tweak an image in Recurpost, the image editor option can help you make quick and necessary changes before scheduling your post. This quick guide will show you how to edit images for Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, and other platforms, without opening a separate design tool.
Accessing the Image Editor
After adding an image to a post, open the Image Editor to make quick changes before publishing.
- Go to Create Post or edit an existing post.
- Click Upload image and choose your file.
- Hover over the image and click the Edit Image option.
- The Image Editor opens in a pop-up window.
Image Editor Layout
Inside the editor, tools appear on the left side, and quick actions appear on the right side.
Editing Options: These tools run down the left panel
1. Resize
Adjust the image’s width and height to match your post layout.
2. Crop
Cut the image to a smaller frame or use ready-made sizes for Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, Bluesky, and other platforms.
3. Flip
Mirror the image horizontally or vertically if you want the subject facing the other side.
4. Rotate
Turn the image by fixed angles to correct sideways photos or adjust the composition.
5. Draw
Draw freehand or straight lines in any color to highlight parts of the image.
6. Shape
Insert shapes like rectangles, circles, or triangles into images.
7. Icon
Add built-in icons like stars, bubbles, or arrows for quick visual hints, or upload your own icon and place it on the image.
8. Text
Add text on the image for labels, small notes, or simple captions.
9. Mask
Apply masks and frames that change how parts of the image are revealed or hidden.
10. Filter
Change the overall look of the image using preset styles and basic adjustments.
Quick Actions Tools: Use the quick action buttons on the right to undo, redo, reset, delete one item, or delete all edits.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Where can I find the Image Editor in RecurPost?
Hover over your image, click the three dots, and select Edit image. The Image Editor will then open in a pop-up on your screen.
Q. Does cropping or resizing change the original file on my computer?
No, changes apply only to the copy stored inside RecurPost. The original image on your device stays the same.
Q. Do the social media cropping presets work for any image?
Yes, you can use the presets on any uploaded image. Just pick a platform size, adjust the frame if needed, and save it.
Q. What if my platform or size is not listed in the presets?
You can use a custom crop instead. Drag the crop box to your own frame, set your layout, and save the edited image.
Q. Can I edit an image again after saving?
Yes. As long as the post is still in Draft or Queue, you can open the Image Editor again and make new changes.
Q. Is the Image Editor available on both desktop and mobile?
The Image Editor is available on any device browser. If you don’t see the editor, check for the latest app or browser version.