Thumbnail Generator
Create eye-catching thumbnails with text overlays. Perfect for YouTube, social media, and memes.
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Max 25MB • JPG, PNG, WEBP, GIF
What This Tool Does
- Add custom text overlays
- Multiple font options (Impact, Arial, etc.)
- Adjustable text color and stroke
- Drag-to-position text placement
- Background dimming effect
- Multiple text layers (Pro)
Tips for Best Results
- 1.Use Impact font with white text and black stroke for classic YouTube thumbnail style.
- 2.Add background dimming (20-40%) to make text pop against busy images.
- 3.Keep text short and punchy - thumbnails are viewed at small sizes.
- 4.Position important text away from corners where platform UI may overlap.
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes a good YouTube thumbnail?
Use high contrast colors, large readable text, expressive faces, and keep it simple. The thumbnail should be clear even at small sizes.
Can I add multiple text elements?
Free users can add 1 text layer. Pro users can add unlimited text layers with different styles and positions.
What's the ideal thumbnail size?
YouTube recommends 1280×720 pixels (16:9 ratio). Use our Social Media Resizer tool to get the perfect dimensions before adding text.
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