Well, you might start the story with a date header like '2024 - [Month] [Day]'. Or maybe have a narrator introduce the time frame like 'In the year 2024, a remarkable event unfolded...'
You could also mention the date when describing a significant event or scene. Say, 'As the clock struck midnight on New Year's Eve, everything changed.' That way, the date becomes an important part of the story.
One way to add a date is to have a character mention it in their dialogue. Like, 'Remember that special day on May 10th?' Another option is to show it through a calendar or a newspaper headline in the story.
One way is to incorporate the date into the dialogue. Say a character might say, 'Remember, it's the 20th of March, and we have to be ready.' Another option is to use it as a timestamp at the top of each chapter or section.
To add the date on an IG story, first, start creating your story. Then, usually, there's a toolbar or options menu. Among those, you'll find the option to add the date. It might be labeled clearly or hidden in a submenu. Just explore a bit and you'll get it.