Accessing previously watched short-form videos on the Instagram platform is not a directly supported feature. The application lacks a dedicated history or log that catalogues viewed Reels. Therefore, no built-in mechanism allows users to retrace their steps and find content that was recently watched in the Reels section.
The absence of a viewing history feature impacts users seeking to revisit specific content encountered within the Reels feed. This limitation affects the ability to share, save, or further investigate videos that initially captured their attention but were not immediately saved or engaged with. The current platform design prioritizes real-time content discovery over retrospective viewing.