Instagram caption formatter and counter
Keep the line breaks in your captions and bios, and check the character, hashtag and mention counts before you post. The text never leaves your browser.
Why line breaks disappear
Instagram tends to collapse empty lines, especially when text is pasted from notes apps, so carefully spaced captions arrive as one block. The formatter puts an invisible blank character on each empty line and trims stray spaces at line ends, which keeps the gaps when you paste.
What the counts tell you
- Characters: captions can be up to 2,200 characters; bios only 150.
- Hashtags: a few specific tags beat a long list. See hashtags in 2026.
- Before “more”: roughly what shows under a post before it’s cut off. The exact cut depends on screen size, so put the point in the first line.
Tips for captions people answer
Lead with a specific first line, ask a question that’s easy to reply to, and keep paragraphs short. Our caption guide has templates, and the bio guide covers the 150 characters at the top of your profile.
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Questions people ask
Why does Instagram remove my line breaks?
Empty lines are often collapsed, particularly when pasted. Putting an invisible character on each blank line keeps them.
Is the blank character visible?
No. It’s a blank Braille pattern character that displays as empty space.
Does it work for bios?
Yes. Paste your bio, format it and copy; just keep it under 150 characters.