June 17 (Reuters) -

All new videos uploaded on Facebook will soon be classified

as Reels, simplifying how users publish visual content, social

media giant Meta Platforms ( META ) said on Tuesday.

The Instagram parent said Reels on Facebook will no longer

have length or format restrictions, and include all types of

video content - short, long and live.

Previously uploaded video content will remain as such on the

platform while videos posted after the change will be classified

as Reels. The company will also rename the Video tab as Reels

tab.

As part of the update, users will be prompted to confirm

their audience setting or select a new one if their feed posts

and Reels currently have different settings. The update will

also give users access to more creative tools.

Meta said it will gradually roll out these changes globally

to profiles and pages over the coming months.