How to See Scheduled Reels on Facebook

Trying to find a Reel you scheduled on Facebook an hour ago can feel like searching for a needle in a haystack. The settings are buried, dashboards keep changing, and what should be a simple task turns into a frustrating click-through marathon. This guide cuts through the confusion and shows you exactly where to find, view, and manage your scheduled Reels using Facebook's own tools.

The Challenge: Why Finding Scheduled Reels on Facebook is So Confusing

If you're feeling a bit lost trying to track your scheduled content, you're not alone. The user experience across Facebook's professional tools can be inconsistent and overwhelming. The primary reason for this confusion comes down to a few factors:

• A Shift in Tools: Facebook has been aggressively consolidating its business features into the Meta Business Suite, leaving the older Creator Studio behind. Many content creators got used to one system, only to have it completely replaced by another with a different layout. If you're following an older tutorial, chances are it's pointing you to a tool that no longer has the functionality you need.
• A Cluttered Interface: Meta Business Suite is an incredibly powerful platform. It manages ads, analytics, inbox messages, and content across both Facebook and Instagram. But with so much power comes complexity. Finding the simple content calendar within a sea of other options isn't always intuitive.
• Lack of Mobile Parity: The features available on the Facebook mobile app are vastly different from the desktop version of Business Suite. What you can do on your computer isn't always possible on your phone, which adds another layer of "Where did that setting go?" to the experience.

The good news is that there is one central place where all of your scheduled content lives. Once you know where to look, managing your content calendar becomes much simpler.

The Best Method: Using the Meta Business Suite Planner

Forget the old Creator Studio and don't bother hunting through the Facebook mobile app. The definitive, most reliable place to see and manage your scheduled Reels is the Planner inside the Meta Business Suite. This tool gives you a visual calendar view of everything you have planned for both your Facebook Page and your connected Instagram account.

Here’s how to get there and use it effectively.

Step-by-Step Guide to Finding Your Scheduled Reels

Follow these steps to get a clear view of every Reel you have waiting to be published.

1. Go to the Meta Business Suite

First, you need to access the correct dashboard. You can do this by visiting business.facebook.com directly in your browser. If you manage multiple business assets, be sure to select the correct Business Account from the dropdown menu in the upper left corner to see the right page's content.

2. Navigate to the "Planner"

Look at the left-hand navigation menu. You'll see a list of tools like "Inbox," "Ads," "Insights," and more. Click on the one labeled "Planner." This will take you to your content calendar. By default, it usually shows a monthly or weekly view of your posts, Stories, and Reels.

3. Filter Your Content View

This is the most important step for zeroing in on your Reels. At the top of the Planner, you’ll see several filter options. Your calendar might look crowded with regular posts, stories, and ads. To clear the noise:

• Find the filter option called "Content type."
• Click on it, and a dropdown menu will appear with checkboxes for "Posts," "Stories," "Reels," and "Ads."
• Uncheck everything except for Reels.

Instantly, your calendar will update to show only the Reels you have published or scheduled. The visual clutter disappears, and you can focus solely on your video content plan.

4. Filter by Post Status

Your calendar will now show both published and scheduled Reels. To see only what's coming up in the future, use the status filter. Next to the "Content type" filter, you should see an option to filter by status. Click it and select "Scheduled." Now, your calendar will exclusively display Reels that are pending publication.

5. View, Edit, or Reschedule Your Reel

Click on any scheduled Reel in the Planner view. A pop-up window will appear showing a preview of the video, its caption, and other details. From here, you have several options:

• Edit Post: Click the three dots (...) and select "Edit Post." This will open the Reels composer, allowing you to change the caption, add or remove hashtags, or adjust other details.
• Reschedule: You can click the "Reschedule" button to choose a new date and time for the Reel to go live. An even easier way is to simply drag and drop the Reel from one day on the calendar to another.
• Delete: If you've changed your mind about a Reel, you can choose to delete it entirely from this view.

What Can You Do Once You Find Your Scheduled Reel?

The Business Suite Planner isn't just for viewing, it's an active management tool. After locating your Reel, you can:

• Preview the Video: Watch the Reel to make sure the upload processed correctly and there are no quality issues.
• Adjust the Caption: Did you think of a better caption or spot a typo? You can fix it here without starting over.
• Duplicate the Post: If a Reel is part of a larger campaign, you can duplicate it to quickly create a similar post for another day.
• Publish Now: If your plans have changed and you need the Reel to go live immediately, you can use the "Publish Now" option.

A Quick Word on Creator Studio (And Why It's Fading Away)

For years, Creator Studio was the go-to destination for creators and social media managers. However, Meta is officially moving all professional management features into the Meta Business Suite. As of 2024, most of Creator Studio's key functions have been a part of Business Suite for some time, and Meta has begun phasing out direct access to the old Studio entirely.

If you have old bookmarks or are following outdated advice, you might still find yourself landing on a Creator Studio page. While some features might still temporarily work, it is no longer the central hub and can be buggy or lack the latest features. To ensure you're using a supported and reliable tool, commit to learning and using the Meta Business Suite Planner. This is where Meta is focusing all its development efforts, so getting comfortable with it now will save you headaches later.

Can You See Scheduled Reels on the Facebook Mobile App?

This is a common source of frustration. For the most part, the answer is no. You cannot easily see or manage content scheduled via the Meta Business Suite within the main Facebook consumer app.

The consumer Facebook app is designed for in-the-moment sharing and browsing, not for professional content planning. If you want to manage your scheduled posts from your phone, your best bet is to download the dedicated Meta Business Suite mobile app. It’s a separate application that mirrors many of the features from the desktop site, including the Planner. Within that app's Planner, you can view your scheduled Reels, make edits, and reschedule things on the go. Trying to find it in the regular Facebook app will only lead to frustration.

Pro Tips for Managing Your Reels Content Calendar

Finding your scheduled Reels is the first step. The next is to use that visibility to build a stronger content strategy. Here are a few best practices to elevate your Reels game.

Make Weekly Calendar Reviews a Habit

Set aside 15-20 minutes every Monday morning to open up your Planner in Meta Business Suite and look at the week ahead. This bird's-eye view helps you spot potential issues: Are you posting Reels too frequently on one day and not at all on another? Does your content feel repetitive? Seeing everything visually on the calendar makes it easy to drag and drop posts to create a more balanced and consistent schedule.

Always Double-Check Your Previews

Never just schedule and forget. Click on each scheduled Reel to watch the preview. Check that your cover photo is compelling and the key message isn't hidden by the user interface (like the caption or icons). With vertical video, keeping important visuals centered is critical. This final check can be the difference between a Reel that performs well and one that gets scrolled past.

Plan Your Content Mix Visually

A great Reels strategy includes a mix of content pillars - for example, educational, behind-the-scenes, promotional, and user-generated content. When you look at your scheduled Reels on a calendar, you can instantly see if you remembered to vary your content. If you see you have three a product Reels in a row, you'll immediately know it might be a good idea to swap one out for a helpful tip or a founder Q&A.

Schedule in Batches to Save Time

One of the biggest productivity hacks for social media is content batching - filming multiple Reels in one session. A great calendar is necessary to this workflow. Once you’ve filmed your videos, you can open the Planner and schedule them across the next few weeks at optimal times. This frees up your mental energy to focus on other parts of your business instead of constantly worrying about what you're going to post next.

Final Thoughts

Navigating Facebook's suite of professional tools can be a challenge, but seeing your scheduled Reels doesn't have to be complicated. By consistently using the Planner inside the Meta Business Suite, you get a clear, reliable view of your content calendar, making it simple to manage your posts and build a more strategic content plan.

Having a single source of truth for your content across all your social platforms is what makes social media management finally feel organized. As our team was constantly getting lost in confusing dashboards and legacy tools stuck in the past, we built Postbase with a beautiful, modern visual calendar at its core. It gives us one clean view to plan, schedule, and see gaps in our content strategy across all platforms - from Facebook Reels and TikToks to LinkedIn posts - without ever fighting the software.