{"id":8744,"date":"2022-07-13T06:30:02","date_gmt":"2022-07-13T06:30:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/zeru.com\/blog\/?p=8744"},"modified":"2022-07-13T06:30:02","modified_gmt":"2022-07-13T06:30:02","slug":"what-size-is-a-youtube-banner","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/zeru.com\/blog\/what-size-is-a-youtube-banner","title":{"rendered":"What Size is a YouTube Banner?"},"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-6a31e464f03f3\" 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-6a31e464f03f3\"  class=\"cssiconcheckbox\">1<\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6a31e464f03f3\" ><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\/what-size-is-a-youtube-banner\/#What_Size_is_a_YouTube_Banner\" title=\"What Size is a YouTube Banner?\">What Size is a YouTube Banner?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/zeru.com\/blog\/what-size-is-a-youtube-banner\/#YouTube_banner_safe_area\" title=\"YouTube banner safe area\">YouTube banner safe area<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/zeru.com\/blog\/what-size-is-a-youtube-banner\/#Minimum_image_size\" title=\"Minimum image size\">Minimum image size<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/zeru.com\/blog\/what-size-is-a-youtube-banner\/#Formats\" title=\"Formats\">Formats<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/zeru.com\/blog\/what-size-is-a-youtube-banner\/#Guidelines_for_creating_a_youtube_banner\" title=\"Guidelines for creating a youtube banner\">Guidelines for creating a youtube banner<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h1><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Size_is_a_YouTube_Banner\"><\/span>What Size is a YouTube Banner?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h1>\n<p> <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i.imgur.com\/b32J8sI.jpg\" alt=\"what size is a youtube banner\"> <\/p>\n<p>You may be asking yourself, &#8220;What size is a YouTube banner?&#8221; Whether to create a custom one or resize an existing one, you should follow a few guidelines in order to create an effective YouTube advert. Here are some general guidelines:<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"YouTube_banner_safe_area\"><\/span>YouTube banner safe area<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Before you upload a YouTube banner, make sure to determine the safe area. The safe area is the minimum size your banner should be to display properly on all screen sizes. This area is the minimum size for the banner element, such as text and logo. If these elements are cut off, viewers may not be interested in your ad. A YouTube banner that looks awkward can turn viewers away. The safe area is defined as a dark blue box that surrounds the important parts of the banner.<\/p>\n<p>A YouTube banner should be centered on the &#8220;safe&#8221; area. Use the recommended aspect ratio of 16:9 for a clear visual, and make sure important information is in the center of the banner. This way, users can view your banner in any browser, no matter what device they are using. By following these guidelines, you can create a banner that stands out from the rest of the YouTube pool. While designing a banner, keep in mind that your audience can&#8217;t read the banner if it&#8217;s too wide or too small.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Minimum_image_size\"><\/span>Minimum image size<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Despite the fact that a large number of video sharing websites require at least a 720 x 480 image, a minimum image size of 21.3 x 12 inches will still be sufficient. However, you should avoid lowering the image quality by uploading too small an image. You may end up with a blurry image, even on the largest devices. For this reason, you should avoid the use of large images. Instead, use smaller images with a smaller file size.<\/p>\n<p>When creating a YouTube channel banner, it is vital to keep in mind that a 21&#215;12-inch image is required. The YouTube website is comprised of several versions, each with its own layout. To make sure that your image is visible on all platforms, you should keep the size within this safe zone. It will ensure that viewers can read your channel description, subscribe to your newsletter, and share your link to your social media accounts.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Formats\"><\/span>Formats<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Depending on the device you&#8217;re using, the YouTube banner format may vary. To avoid having your video cut off, make sure that you use a safe area for text and logos. The safe area is a dark blue box that keeps the essential information from being cut off. The dimensions of the desktop and mobile versions of the video are the same. But if your video&#8217;s dimensions are different from those of the phone, make sure that you adjust the sizes to account for these differences.<\/p>\n<p>You should keep in mind the aspect ratio when choosing a YouTube banner format. YouTube&#8217;s standard is 16:9, which means that your video&#8217;s canvas size should be 1280 pixels wide by 720 pixels tall. However, for the purpose of this article, a resolution of 2560 x 1440 pixels is the best choice. Similarly, YouTube recommends using a high resolution for the video itself. The width and height of a YouTube banner should be within these sizes so that logos and text can be seen clearly.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Guidelines_for_creating_a_youtube_banner\"><\/span>Guidelines for creating a youtube banner<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>If you&#8217;re just getting started on creating your YouTube channel, here are some guidelines to follow to make your banner as attractive as possible. First, create your account. You can sign in with Facebook or Twitter, but you&#8217;ll want to keep your banner size at 2560&#215;1440 pixels or smaller. To create a banner that will be seen on all devices, focus on space that will be visible to people from a variety of devices.<\/p>\n<p>You should also include your website&#8217;s URL in the text. Creating a banner with a site&#8217;s URL will give viewers the ability to follow that link to access more information about your company. The links are usually in the lower right corner, but be sure not to cover any important information. This is especially important if your banner will be displayed on multiple websites, such as on a blog or website. Once you&#8217;ve figured out the layout and design of your banner, it&#8217;s time to add a CTA (call-to-action) text.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>What Size is a YouTube Banner? 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