Thumbnail Guide
YouTube Thumbnail Tips: Frequently Asked Questions
Learn how to create click-worthy YouTube thumbnails that increase your views and grow your channel faster.
A good YouTube thumbnail has five key elements: 1) High contrast colors that pop against YouTube's white background. 2) Large, readable text (3-5 words max) with bold fonts. 3) An expressive face showing emotion (thumbnails with faces get 38% more clicks). 4) Visual clarity at small sizes (most viewers see thumbnails on mobile). 5) A clear focal point that tells the story instantly. The best thumbnails create curiosity while accurately representing your video content.
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