help market their videos<\/a> (for example, the Custom YouTube Video Thumbnail). Until now, YouTube randomly selects three still images to choose from to use as your video\u2019s thumbnail.<\/p>\n![\"2\"](\"\/blog\/wp-ttn-blog\/uploads\/2015\/07\/2.jpg\")
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But this is changing. Users can now upload their chosen image to represent their video. Why is it so important? It is one of the effortless ways to get more views on your videos. With little control on the thumbnail you choose for your video, you opt out for more options.<\/p>\n
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Just a simple math, a good thumbnail = more views!<\/p>\n
Here are a few tips to follow to make your custom thumbnails as effective as possible<\/strong>:<\/p>\n#1: Make it Reflective!<\/strong><\/p>\nIf the thumbnails are not related to your content, your audience might not like it.<\/p>\n
#2: Perfect Still Shot<\/strong><\/p>\nInstead of a random image, try to find a perfect still shot that best describes your video and grabs the public attention.<\/p>\n
#3: Text Add Value<\/strong><\/p>\nAdding text to your thumbnail will give the audience a quick review of what your content is all about.<\/p>\n
#4: Vibrant Color<\/strong><\/p>\nIncorporating bright, vibrant colors to your thumbnails will grab more attention of the viewers as these are more appealing to the eyes.<\/p>\n
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Some of the best practices:<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n\n- The custom thumbnail should be as large as possible with a resolution of 1280×720 (minimum width of 640 pixels).<\/li>\n
- Uploaded in formats such as .JPG, .GIF, .BMP, .PNG.<\/li>\n
- Should remain under the 2MB limit.<\/li>\n
- Within 16:9 aspect ratio as most used in YouTube players and previews.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n
To Conclude<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\nThumbnails, along with your video title, act as mini marketing artworks for your content on YouTube. So, it\u2019s no wonder that having an unattractive thumbnail can affect view count.<\/p>\n
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