How do I edit a thumbnail on YouTube?

To edit a thumbnail on YouTube, hover over the existing thumbnail on the video details page and click the pencil icon.

Here's a breakdown of how to do it:

1. Go to YouTube Studio: Sign in to your YouTube account and go to YouTube Studio (https://studio.youtube.com/).

2. Navigate to Content: In the left-hand menu, click on "Content".

3. Select the Video: Find the video you want to edit the thumbnail for and click on its thumbnail or title. This will open the video details page.

4. Edit Thumbnail:

   • Hover your mouse cursor over the existing thumbnail image. A pencil icon (Edit) should appear.
   • Click the pencil icon.

5. Choose a New Thumbnail:

   • Choose a suggested thumbnail: YouTube automatically generates three thumbnail options from your video. Select one of these if you like.
   • Upload a custom thumbnail: Click the "Upload thumbnail" button to upload your own image. Make sure your custom thumbnail meets YouTube's requirements (e.g., resolution, file size, and community guidelines). Recommended resolution is 1280x720.

6. Save Changes: After selecting or uploading your new thumbnail, click the "Save" button at the top right of the video details page.

Important Considerations:

• Custom Thumbnail Requirements: YouTube has specific requirements for custom thumbnails. Your image should ideally be 1280x720 pixels (a 16:9 aspect ratio) and less than 2MB in size. Supported file types are JPG, GIF, PNG, or BMP.

• Community Guidelines: Ensure your custom thumbnail complies with YouTube's Community Guidelines. Inappropriate or misleading thumbnails can lead to your video being demonetized or even removed.

• Verification: You might need to verify your YouTube account to upload custom thumbnails.