# How to Edit Images in Hootsuite

> To edit images in Hootsuite, open the Composer panel, hover over the image, and tap the Pencil icon. Customize the image using the left-side panel options while checking the preview area. Finally, click Save to apply your changes to the post.

Canonical: https://livedemo.ai/tutorials/how-to-edit-images-in-hootsuite/
Apps: Hootsuite
Updated: 2026-10-05
Interactive demo: https://story-api.livedemo.ai/workspaces/62255d3d3304f17b8f5e2d03/stories/692a3c91ab56e05a00fe4090/preview?step=1

## Steps

1. Inside Hootsuite's Composer panel, hover your mouse cursor over the image you wish to edit and then tap the 'Pencil' icon.
2. After that, head over to the left-side panel and then use the provided options to customize the selected image. For instance, you may crop the picture, add a filter, adjust basic settings, and many others.
3. Check the preview area as you edit the image. If some areas need further improvements, don't hesitate to make certain adjustments.
4. Once done, tap 'Save' to apply the changes.
5. After completing these steps, the image in your Hootsuite post will be edited accordingly.