Can you tag someone in an Instagram Story using their username?

Yes, you can tag someone in an Instagram Story using their username, also known as their Instagram handle. When you tag someone in a Story, it notifies them and allows viewers to tap on the tag to visit that person's profile. Here's how to tag someone in your Instagram Story using their username:

### Tagging Someone in Your Instagram Story Using Their Username

1. **Create a Story**: Open the Instagram app and swipe right from your feed or tap the "Your Story" icon at the top left of your screen.
2. **Add Content**: Take a photo or video, or choose one from your gallery.
3. **Add a Mention Sticker**:
   - Tap the sticker icon (a smiley face) at the top of the screen.
   - Select the "@Mention" sticker.
   - Type the username (Instagram handle) of the person you want to tag.
   - Choose the correct username from the suggestions.
   - Place the mention sticker on your Story where you want it.

### Posting the Story

Once you have added the mention sticker to your Story, you can post it by tapping the "Your Story" button at the bottom left of the screen.

### Viewing Interactions

After posting your Story, users who view it can tap on the mention sticker to visit the tagged person's profile.

### Benefits of Tagging Someone with Their Username

- **Notification**: When you tag someone in your Story using their username, they receive a notification, which can increase engagement and interaction.
- **Profile Visit**: Viewers can tap on the mention sticker to visit the tagged person's profile, allowing them to learn more about that person.

### Additional Tips

- **Double-Check the Username**: Make sure to type the correct username when adding the mention sticker to your Story to ensure that you tag the right person.
- **Engage with Others**: Tagging other users in your Stories can help you engage with them and potentially build relationships or collaborations.

By tagging someone in your Instagram Story using their username, you can increase engagement and interaction, both for the tagged person and your own Story.