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Boomerang
A short looping video effect associated with Instagram that plays movement back and forth.
In everyday use
A brief hand wave is shown in a repeating loop.
What to keep in mind
This is a format name, not a promise that a standalone app or specific button is currently available.
Also searched as: Instagram Boomerang
Further reading
Original explanation and example by Perspectism. Further reading may cover the wider subject, rather than this exact wording. Edition updated 7 October 2026.
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