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How Do I Make Thumbnails in Canva?

Last updated on September 27, 2022 @ 8:25 pm

To make a thumbnail in Canva, first open Canva and sign in. Then, click on the “Create a design” button. Next, click on the “Layouts” tab and select “YouTube Thumbnail.”

Now, you can upload your own images or choose from Canva’s library of over 1 million stock images. Once you’ve selected your image, you can edit it using Canva’s editing tools. Finally, when you’re happy with your thumbnail, click on the “Download” button to save it to your computer.

PRO TIP: Making thumbnails in Canva can be tricky and time-consuming. If you’re not careful, you can end up with a thumbnail that’s not the right size, or worse, that’s blurry or pixelated. Follow these tips to make sure your thumbnails turn out great:

1. Choose the right dimensions. When you create a new design in Canva, you’ll be prompted to choose a template size. For thumbnails, we recommend using the YouTube Thumbnail template (1280x720px).

2. Use high-quality images. The quality of your thumbnail will only be as good as the quality of the image you use. So, make sure to use high-resolution images (at least 1000x1000px) to avoid a blurry or pixelated thumbnail.

3. Be creative with your text. Adding text to your thumbnail is a great way to grab viewers’ attention and tell them what your video is about. But, make sure your text is legible by using a large font size (at least 24pt) and high-contrast colors (like black on white).

Creatingthumbnails in Canva is quick and easy. With just a few clicks, you can create professional-looking thumbnails for your YouTube videos. And best of all, you don’t need any design experience to do it!

Kathy McFarland

Kathy McFarland

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