Question 1

What is the recommended YouTube thumbnail size?

Accepted Answer

YouTube recommends 1280x720 pixels (16:9 ratio). The minimum width is 640px and maximum file size is 2MB.

Question 2

How do I preview my YouTube thumbnail?

Accepted Answer

Upload your thumbnail image, enter a video title and channel name, then see realistic previews of how it appears in YouTube search results and video pages.

Question 3

Can I preview thumbnails for both search and video page?

Accepted Answer

Yes, this tool shows two views: how your thumbnail appears in YouTube search results and how it looks on the video watch page.

Question 4

What makes a good YouTube thumbnail?

Accepted Answer

High contrast, large readable text, expressive faces, bright colors, and minimal text. Thumbnails that evoke curiosity get more clicks.

Question 5

Why does my thumbnail look different after upload?

Accepted Answer

YouTube may crop or compress your thumbnail. Use this preview tool to ensure important elements are visible in both search and video page layouts.

Question 6

Can I export the preview as an image?

Accepted Answer

Yes, click Export PNG on any preview to download a realistic mockup you can share with your team.

Question 7

Is this tool free?

Accepted Answer

Yes, completely free. Your images are processed locally in your browser and never uploaded to any server.

Question 8

What file formats are supported?

Accepted Answer

PNG, JPG, WebP, and any image format your browser supports. The recommended format is JPG at 1280x720 pixels.

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