{"id":34798,"date":"2022-07-24T12:09:21","date_gmt":"2022-07-24T12:09:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/zeru.com\/blog\/?p=34798"},"modified":"2022-07-24T12:09:22","modified_gmt":"2022-07-24T12:09:22","slug":"how-to-create-professional-looking-youtube-channel-art","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/zeru.com\/blog\/how-to-create-professional-looking-youtube-channel-art","title":{"rendered":"How to Create Professional-Looking YouTube Channel Art"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_43 counter-flat ez-toc-counter ez-toc-light-blue ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6a4e746aeab11\" class=\"cssicon\"><span style=\"display: flex;align-items: center;width: 35px;height: 30px;justify-content: center;direction:ltr;\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/label><label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6a4e746aeab11\"  class=\"cssiconcheckbox\">1<\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6a4e746aeab11\" ><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/zeru.com\/blog\/how-to-create-professional-looking-youtube-channel-art\/#How_to_Create_Professional-Looking_YouTube_Channel_Art\" title=\"How to Create Professional-Looking YouTube Channel Art\">How to Create Professional-Looking YouTube Channel Art<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/zeru.com\/blog\/how-to-create-professional-looking-youtube-channel-art\/#Image_size\" title=\"Image size\">Image size<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/zeru.com\/blog\/how-to-create-professional-looking-youtube-channel-art\/#Aspect_ratio\" title=\"Aspect ratio\">Aspect ratio<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/zeru.com\/blog\/how-to-create-professional-looking-youtube-channel-art\/#Colors\" title=\"Colors\">Colors<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/zeru.com\/blog\/how-to-create-professional-looking-youtube-channel-art\/#Design\" title=\"Design\">Design<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/zeru.com\/blog\/how-to-create-professional-looking-youtube-channel-art\/#Style\" title=\"Style\">Style<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/zeru.com\/blog\/how-to-create-professional-looking-youtube-channel-art\/#Consistency\" title=\"Consistency\">Consistency<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h1><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Create_Professional-Looking_YouTube_Channel_Art\"><\/span>How to Create Professional-Looking YouTube Channel Art<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h1>\n<p> <img decoding=\"async\" align=\"left\" src=\"https:\/\/i.imgur.com\/MhSfRLG.jpg\" style=\"width:auto; height:auto; margin:0px 10px; max-width:43% max-height:283px;\" alt=\"What is the best resolution for YouTube Channel art\"> <\/p>\n<p>The resolution of your image must fit the safe zone, which is 1546&#215;423 pixels. Though, you can choose a larger image, but remember that it might be cropped on different devices. Also, keep in mind that it should not be more than 6MB. You can easily upload your video and channel art within seconds by selecting the &#8220;View Channel&#8221; option in the YouTube account. To do this, follow these easy steps:<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Image_size\"><\/span>Image size<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>There are many things to consider when choosing the image size for your YouTube channel art. It must be 2560 pixels wide and 1440 pixels tall. It should be able to display reliably on different devices. If you are using a free tool, like PicMonkey, you can start with the basic size and change the size if needed. Once you&#8217;ve chosen the image, you can edit it using the editing tools in PicMonkey.<\/p>\n<p>When selecting an image for your YouTube channel art, keep in mind the dimensions of all platforms. A profile picture on YouTube is 55 x 55 pixels, but the artwork should be at least 2560 x 1440 pixels to look great on all devices. The ideal image size for your YouTube channel art is 2560 x 1440 pixels, which should be the same as the size of the main image on your website. Using the YouTube channel art generator can help you get the right image size.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Aspect_ratio\"><\/span>Aspect ratio<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>YouTube has specific dimensions for channel art. These dimensions are height: 1440px and width: 2560px. You should use these dimensions to make sure your image will be readable on different devices. Also, keep in mind that different screen sizes display images in different aspect ratios. So, be sure to choose the correct aspect ratio for your YouTube channel art before uploading it. Luckily, there are a variety of tools on the market that can help you create a professional-looking YouTube channel art.<\/p>\n<p>YouTube recommends 16:9 aspect ratio for your banners. If your channel art is not 16:9, it will be distorted on smaller screens. It should be at least 2560p in size to ensure proper viewing on all devices. Changing your YouTube banner is a great way to promote new products or introduce new ideas to your audience. You can also change it whenever you want to refresh the aesthetics or framework of your channel. Or, you may have a rebranding coming up, which will require you to change your banner.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Colors\"><\/span>Colors<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>If you want to make your YouTube channel art stand out, you must make sure that it&#8217;s the right size. The recommended size for channel art is 2560px by 1440px, with an aspect ratio of 16:9. It&#8217;s also important to make sure that the important parts of your design remain within a safe zone of 1235px by 338px. For this purpose, you can use the Adobe Express project feature to create a shareable template. The next step is to use Adobe Illustrator to create vector graphics.<\/p>\n<p>The safe area for YouTube cover art is 1546 x 423 pixels in the middle. Don&#8217;t put your image outside of this area, or it&#8217;ll be cropped. Likewise, avoid using too many colors, as it will not promote your content. Also, keep the banner under 6MB. This is a great way to increase your YouTube channel&#8217;s reach and get more subscribers. You may also want to experiment with different backgrounds or images.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Design\"><\/span>Design<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>There are a number of benefits to incorporating a design into your YouTube channel. Not only can this channel help you promote your videos, but it can also give you the chance to learn a new skill. There are many talented graphic designers on YouTube, and these designers can inspire you to learn a new skill yourself. The best part about YouTube is that there are thousands of expert video tutorials available to help you learn new skills. This means that if you want to learn how to design a YouTube channel, this is your one-stop-shop.<\/p>\n<p>If you&#8217;re using a free template, you can easily customize it to match your brand colors. Another way to make your text stand out from the background is by using a drop shadow. Drop shadows describe the effect that objects have in a design when they&#8217;re raised above it. This design element gives your YouTube channel banner some depth. You can also use a one-sentence tagline for your channel, which works well if you want to keep the design simple but effective.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Style\"><\/span>Style<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>In addition to the banner, YouTube channel art is an important part of the overall look of the YouTube channel. The style of the channel art should draw viewers&#8217; attention to the content creator. The banner should emphasize the video creator&#8217;s face and key images. For example, a YouTube banner with a photo of the creator is best. This can draw viewers to revisit the video content. The style of the banner should follow the guidelines set by the brand.<\/p>\n<p>Most YouTubers choose to use their channel art as a page header. It&#8217;s easy to change the banner if you want to. Big brands often use this space to advertise. In addition to being an important feature of a channel, the banner can be used for a variety of purposes. For example, a channel&#8217;s banner can feature a new video or a promotional video. If the video is geared toward children, you can include photos of pets or children.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Consistency\"><\/span>Consistency<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>If you want your YouTube videos to stand out, there are several things you should consider when creating your YouTube channel&#8217;s banner. While consistency in content is important, consistency in art resolution is even more critical. YouTube viewers can tell if you&#8217;re using the same resolution for all of your videos. This consistency can improve your videos&#8217; ranking, as well as your overall brand. However, consistency isn&#8217;t limited to your channel banner. It can also apply to branding, what you&#8217;re posting, and how you present your videos.<\/p>\n<p>YouTube has different image dimensions, so make sure you know the correct size for your banner before you create it. You can also crop your image to include just the important elements in your banner. Generally, you should use a 2560px by 1440px image, but be sure to check YouTube&#8217;s specifications before you do so. In addition, it&#8217;s important to check the safe area in YouTube&#8217;s banner. Ensure it&#8217;s positioned in a dark blue box. 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