Reels are an engaging and valuable way to attain information and fun. When you open your phone, it is a gateway into another world filled with dopamine and thrills. When the algorithm selects a video to give you, whether it is a video of a dog doing a silly little dance, a frog doing a silly little dance, a car crash, or a video of an old man with 3 likes, it is sure to be a good time. In this article we are covering tips, tricks, and some places at Magnet to increase your Reels Per Minute (RPM).

Best Places At Magnet to watch some Reels

The area and its surroundings when you’re watching reels is very important. If there is glare on your screen, too much noise, or if where you’re sitting is uncomfortable it can certainly decrease your RPM. Places like the cafeteria, bathrooms, and hallway during transitions are not optimal for your RPM. Here are some places that are:

Senior Lounge: At most times the senior lounge is pretty chill. Lots of snacks and drinks are provided by parents, and the couches are comfortable. Sometimes in the afternoon a lot of sunlight pours in through the big windows, which could make it hard to watch Reels if the glare is too bad, so stay vigilant and relocate to prevent this.

Hallway Bench: There are many benches around Magnet which can provide a chill spot to scroll.

Wolf: The fake wolf which guards Magnet from geese and thieves in the courtyard can be a lowkey spot to Reel out. 

While driving: Focusing while driving will greatly decrease RPM, so it’s safe to scroll as long as you’re behind the wheel.

Outdoor lunch tables: Unlike the cafeteria, the patio is peaceful and with umbrellas, trees, and the awning to provide some shade. The circular tables feel very communal and facilitate face to face Reel sharing (F2FRS).

College Visit Desk: Desk where one can Reel up. Solid support if you like to put your head down to scroll. Inconvenient because sometimes colleges will need the table. 

Reels Etiquette

• If someone ever comes up to you and needs a scroll, it’s best to let them see a few reels. You never know how much it can help.
• If you can tell that someone woke up on the wrong side of the bed or might be feeling glum, send them a reel or drop a heart on something they sent.
• If someone gets a bad reel, do not execute them. Simply do not respond. 

Tips and Tricks

• Don’t waste time getting angry at bad reels, this wasted time will mean that you can find less good reels and it will decrease your RPM. Instead of sending bad reels, leaving a comment, or remarking about it out aloud, a simple head nod side to side will signify that you didn’t enjoy this reel.

• If your feed is dust at the moment, with bad reels, don’t worry. All you have to do is close out the app and reopen it or refresh reels and the reels will become better.
• If you’re getting tired of watching reels, switch over to the home page briefly and open some stories. After doing this, you may be in the mood for reels again.

History of Instagram Reels

Instagram Reels was released in August of 2020 as a way to get into the growing popularity of short videos, much like TikTok was doing. Reels allows users to create short videos set to music, original audios, or voiceovers, with a bunch of tools, filters, and effects to use on the videos. Instagram made Reels to create another format for creators to use, and it quickly became popular in the app. It was first launched in more than 50 countries. Reels became very popular very quickly, gaining traction among creators, influencers, and brands looking to connect with their audiences in a different way. Reels has grown to include features like extended time limits, multi-user content and other tools for creators. By combining Reels with Instagram, the platform brought on many of the massive user base of TikTok, creating a new area for short videos while improving Instagram’s appeal to younger users. In fall of 2024, Aaron Westberry found enlightenment on Reels and took to the platform to educate scrollers about key principles such as RPM and F2FRS.

Avid Reels Users at AMHS

Steven “Steven” (Steeh-veh-en) Moody “Moody” (Mew-Dee)     Blake Yarborough

MaX pettErs     Alaina “Lucia” Jarret     Nikos Paraschos    Quinn “Shin Lim” Swanton   

Henry “Money” Jones     Lucia Wiley   Marquel“Bubba”Creighton    Lucia Wiley

Mr. “Mr. Percy” Percy      Lucia “Wiley Lucia” Wiley       Jaidon Kevin Montiero Daley 

Garrison “son” Gray     John Joseph “Jack” Troy “JJ‘J’T”     Orion “Beast Mode” Reynolds        

Reels Tournament Invite

Calling all avid scrollers and top-tier RPM (Reels Per Minute) masters! Are you ready to showcase your scrolling skills and claim the title of Magnet’s ultimate Reels champion? Join us for the first-ever AMHS Reels Tournament! Whether you’re a seasoned scroller or just love the thrill of discovering a frog doing a silly little dance, this event is for you.

Compete with fellow students to see who can rack up the best Reels given a 1 minute time limit in a head to head battle. The tournament will follow a bracket format with an ultimate scroller decided at the end. Please notify John Thomasson or Ian Williams if there is public interest in running this competition. 

In this fast-paced world of content and creativity, Instagram Reels have become a cultural phenomenon, connecting people and offering endless entertainment. By mastering the tips, tricks, and etiquette shared here, you can increase your RPM and master scrolling Instagram Reels. Whether it’s in your favorite chill spot or during the tournament, let the dopamine overtake you and the reels reel on. Ready to make your mark? Join us and reel your way to glory!