If you want to increase the views on your YouTube videos, it is important to create visually appealing thumbnails. Fortunately, Canva offers an easy way to design thumbnails. This blog post will provide step-by-step instructions on using Canva to create captivating thumbnails for your YouTube videos.
Getting Started
To begin with, navigate to the Canva website and sign up for a new account if you don’t have one already. Once you have a Canva account, log in and you’re ready to start designing.
Choosing a Template
Canva offers a vast library of templates. For YouTube thumbnails, type “YouTube Thumbnail” into the search bar. A variety of thumbnails templates will appear. Choose the one that suits the style and content of your video.
Customizing Your Thumbnail
Once you have chosen your template, you can start customizing it. Click on any text on the template to edit it. To change fonts, click on the ‘Font’ dropdown on the top bar. To change colors, click the ‘Color’ box on the top bar.
Adding Images
Canva also allows you to upload your own images. To do this, navigate to the ‘Uploads’ tab on the left panel, click ‘Upload an image’ and select the image from your device. Once uploaded, simply drag the image onto your template.
Download and Upload to YouTube
When you’re happy with your thumbnail, click ‘Download’ on the top right corner of the screen. Remember to choose a high-quality format like PNG or JPG.
Finally, go to your YouTube video, click ‘Edit Video’, then ‘Thumbnails’ and upload your new custom thumbnail designed in Canva.
Conclusion
Using Canva for your YouTube thumbnails is both simple and effective. It not only gives your videos a professional look, but it also attracts viewers and increases your video views. So, why not give it a try for your next YouTube video?
