You should know this about thumbnails for 2025

[@WheresHarris]

Oooh this is useful!! I need to up my thumbails to get more clicks. I normally just up my saturation to make them pop. Anyone else feel like there videos are great but can't get the clicks? Road to 1000 subscribers!! We got this guys!!

[@beyondclairvoyantcreations40]

I am experimenting. 11 weeks in @311 subs. I am throwing wet noodles at a wall to see what sticks! We got this, so long as we don't quit!

[@vidIQ]

Keep growing!

[@NebulaSnoozeAmbient]

Yep. I've been doing the saturation thing too, lol. Best of luck.

[@beyondclairvoyantcreations40]

@@vidIQ Yes! thanx! ☺

[@FunWithMashruba]

❤

[@bigfellavideography]

I'm happy to say that my thumbnails, in the past few years, have improved to the point where most of this info was agreeable/identical. I hardly ever put myself in a thumbnail unless I'm making a vlog episode, because inevitably it's going to be about me and my life adventures. these days, it's more about the product/item I'm recording and the focus of that is what people want to see, regardless of if they see me in the video or not. I operate as a one-man-band, so sometimes I'll need to be in the video doing something, with a camera on a tripod (static), and other times I'll be almost 100% behind the camera and only putting my mug on screen for the intro/outro as needed.

[@TypoSid]

Best video for all categories of thumbnails

[@mikezupancic2182]

💯 As part of a small channel group on FB, when people say my thumbnails are good but I'm not getting views, it's guaranteed they're not good at all. Hopefully everyone sees this and watches. Excellent advice.

[@ToysUnderHighVoltage]

Good luck to all small youtuber fellows! Most important thing is to keep it fun for yourself. Don't forget that :)

[@vidIQ]

You go this!

[@beyondclairvoyantcreations40]

Thats exactly what I believe to. Keep it fun!

[@legionsteelknives]

Subed!

[@AIMasterHacks]

Subbed!

[@DC-Palworld]

Glad to see my question about a black and white background inspired a section of the video lol. Totally agree that lots of negative space catches the eye whenever passing by them. Might have to expirement with it and try branding a new channel like that

[@mommybreakdown]

One of the most helpful thumbnail explanations I’ve ever heard. Thank you for your detailed, hard work!

[@SpazzyjonesGaming]

This was an absolute masterclass on thumbnails. Any small creator has GOT to watch this

[@LargeFamilyHomestead]

This is all great advice!! Thx! 💜

[@FunWithMashruba]

🎉🎉

[@TheModernHermeticist]

a minor point of pedantry: 'sans' is french for without, latin is 'sine'

[@BradleySmithYoutube]

Missed the stream, so thanks for the video!

[@realmrankings]

Thanks a lot really enjoyed the live stream.

[@sweetlylorelei]

The goal to reaching 1K subs is like a dream come true in a way, but furiously obsessing it and not expecting it to be a marathon for most people is why too many people give up. If you have the passion to keep posting regardless of how the results are and knowing your videos will be good in the long run as you looked back and know how much you've improved, you are many steps closer to reaching that goal. Honestly, collaborators of a much more successful channel similar to yours and catching their eye helps you that much more. I would say the key word is EXPOSURE and then the viewers notice you from there. The bigger the numbers, the more inclined they are to watch I feel -- and NOT just the thumbnail, that's what catches my eye. Hate to say it. Good luck reaching 1k everyone (with LOYAL audiences 😊).

[@RealXenV1]

Good luck to all small youtubers

[@kevgopewpew]

Subbed, keep up the good work 🎉🎉

[@FunWithMashruba]

👍

[@DuskyBeats]

Same to you 👍

[@RealXenV1]

@@kevgopewpew Thx bro

[@Drivers.Digest]

Same to you👍

[@whoshortz]

To a small KZbinr, keep up!! If u don't have a motivation just read this message.

[@OdysseythroughtheUniverse]

i am new to this and appreciate all the info. hope I can get more traction.

[@allofdestiny]

Super great tips. I’ll definitely be applying this information going forward

[@NevermadeMovies]

This is one of the best videos I've ever seen from VidIQ. Full of no-nonsense advice that's applicable to all creators and presented in a very conversational manner. Great work!

[@ScalerDan]

Thank you for saving a lot of time! Lots of content well compressed. The best advice for me is to look at more things that work and not fall too much in love with your own creation...

[@AvgJoeHobbyShow]

I’m doing a Warhammer painting channel, mastering thumbnails are definitely next on my list of priorities! ❤ love this video! The Emperor protects!

[@Ttoillrigg]

Thank you for this I think I have making content and editing down but I’m just not very good at making thumbnails

[@themutindasfarm]

Titles also gets me thinking over and over again

[@WillThinkBigger]

Just hit my first 70 subs! Let's keep pushing forward and good luck to everyone!

[@Dojo.FinancialData]

Great timing for this one! I've just uploaded my second video and incorporated a few of these tips! Thank you!!

[@chrisalupului]

Just what I needed! Appreciate it

[@Homeannor]

Started to follow these videos again and I'm currently working on a Game Devlog series. I've been gaining a couple subs a day and things are going really great! Views aren't really the best but I can clearly see I'm growing a new dedicated audience! Hope to reach my childhood dream of 1K subs one day, 433 as of writing this. Keep going guys! You'll get there eventually! 🔥🔥

[@MEVAS_]

Thanks for the help 😅

[@vidIQ]

We got you!

[@TwinFlameGaming1]

Anton is definitely a favorite of mine. Glad I had an eye for it early on.

[@MovingtoDesMoinesIA]

These tips are gold! Definitely going to try these! Thank you!

[@RogerPlaysGames78]

👍 my thumbnails definitely suck 😂😂 but I’m trying

[@vidIQ]

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[@HuntersRuggedOutdoors]

the first thumbnail and title were the best btw

[@CliffhangerDK]

I will keep coming back to this one - thanks!

[@Killmonger333yt]

Thanks guys 🎉

[@NotThefacee]

Well explained

[@BuildwithMooney]

Great Video John, Thank you my friend!

[@vidIQ]

Thank you for watching!

[@BuildwithMooney]

@@vidIQ Wouldn't miss it, you are one of my coaches! 😎

[@DragonSlayerProduction]

I did find impact works very well. With outlines, basic font but conveys the message

[@ssimplybeautiful]

Great video! 👍

[@Bil-XL]

This channel is so good for helping other channels grow!

[@Unexploredtravels]

Thanks for the video! It was was very informative :)

[@24FramesALife24]

Very nice guide video on making thumbnails. Learned a great deal from it. Thanks for the video.

[@Yosoyradianteafirmaciones]

Gracias, siempre me haces reír y aprendo mucho!!!... Ya, anotando para mis presentaciones de diciembre y mirando para cambiar mis anteriores miniaturas. 😊Gracias 🎉

[@CursedCrusaderArts]

This has come just in time for me. I'm always at war with my thumbnails. Keep at it everyone :)

[@beyondclairvoyantcreations40]

thank-you for another great informative video! I tend to use darker blue and black backgrounds with white and lighter blue text!

[@davidthescottishvegan]

Thanks John for this helpful and informative video of questions to ask as part of creating thumbnails for our videos and it is appreciated.

[@FavoritesWithLaura]

This is great info! ❤Thank you!

[@LightisMyStrength]

Thanks dude very helpful. Trying to get started myself 🔥

[@Jebsss]

Awesome! Hopefully this will grab more attention to potential new subscribers 😁

[@dribbleblitz]

I need really need this video thanks. Good luck to you all!! Post videos consistently and stay consistent

[@usmanzafaryoutube]

Such a valuable breakdown of thumbnail strategy! Thumbnails truly are the gateway to a video's success, and understanding the psychology behind clicks is a game-changer. I’ve found that balancing curiosity with clarity-while avoiding clickbait-can drastically improve CTR. For instance, using contrasting colors and a clear focal point works wonders, but the magic happens when you pair that with an emotional trigger or promise of value. Out of these 15 questions, which one do you think creators overlook the most? I’d love to hear your take! I’ve shared some unique thumbnail hacks on my channel as well-would love for us to connect and exchange ideas on mastering this vital aspect of content creation.

[@BrutalReviews-i4t]

Great video. Also amaing energy, makes you watch the full video without getting bored.

[@smelly_fred5122]

I love this channel. I'm learning so much from them. and very helpful community

[@donnydangergaming]

John, this was a Fantastic video…. Loved it and great information in there.

[@MonetizeWithMicah]

I'm gonna put this video on repeat. 😅

[@Jx_X4Q]

Nice video brother

[@TechnoSpark977]

what about my thumbnail?

[@AIMasterHacks]

Thanks!

[@teresaperez174]

Thank you so much John!!!

[@soos_employee]

What can you say about MrBeast's Viewstat?

[@NikAlien]

As a small channel with 25 subscribers, I find this very useful. Thank you!

[@fromthepalletshed]

Some great tips, thank you again

[@Killmonger333yt]

Subscribe guys ❤🎉

[@truktd]

Terimakasih untuk pembelajarannya yang sudah dibagikan

[@ClauFinance]

I started my channel last week on Thursday

[@AnthonyHTerry]

My support is definite and unwavering!🤨✌️👍

[@ClauFinance]

​@AnthonyHTerry, that's great

[@AIMasterHacks]

@@ClauFinance subscribed!

[@TheChuckTV]

I needed to see this so badly 🤣

[@skate052]

Jon is the best! Thank you! ❤

[@xyro-music-yt]

Best of luck small youtubers!! Hope we all reach 1000 subs soon ❤

[@JoseCapaldi]

loved the sarcasm in photoPEA

[@COIFISHGAMING]

John you are such a natural teacher. It's kinda insane. The editing though once again blows my mind.

[@StateoftheFranchiseSports]

If you use your video editor and export a still visual image you can create a thumbnail that way, I use Davinci Resolve for video & thumbnail editing

[@JustinNogle]

This was easily one of the most helpful VidIQ videos ever - Thank you so much!!! Happy early Thanksgiving everyone! KEEP GOING!!! 😎🎸🤘

[@smalps-gaming]

This was great! Thank you!

[@BlackScreenIceEating]

Thankyou for 116 Subscribers 🎉🎉🎉

[@CocoBoyz_]

Amazing Tips, I want to improve my thumbnail for my podcast.

[@Thejourneybegins-ad27am]

Great video! Very interesting! Thank you!

[@SimNationGaming]

Awesome video and makes sense. un experimenting with shorts with random success

[@AnthonyHTerry]

I'm your 1st subscriber 👍

[@Maverickbrawlstars]

small creators dont give up

[@ShammahCorner]

Very informative insights!

[@kevgopewpew]

Started my channel 2 months ago and all this info help a lot 🎉🎉🎉

[@bajohacademy]

Goodluck to the starters. Especially the ones who really want to leave a ding!! Happy new year.. too early though..

[@NextGenGames0]

Good luck to all small youtubers

[@RobsNeighbor]

Love this! Thank you !

[@TriviaTrekTrendZ]

Great video. I wonder what others think of my thumbnails. 😅

[@zenithquestor]

I am honoured and grateful to reach 90 subscribers. Thank you all for your help

[@CanadianPrimate]

Thx for the tips!!!!!

[@experiencediscipleship]

Great video. Thank you

[@MoviesFromTheMultiverse]

BIG ❤ fot all Creators!

[@SuperJelly55]

5:10 ITS-A ME! JELLY!!

[@UncleBullCow]

Have you guys ever made any videos about Social Credit Scores and channel growth?

[@Demberdon]

We got this guys dont give up🙏

[@Zuhairafatima]

🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉

[@v.r27arts]

All new youtubers lets vibe together 🎉

[@AIMasterHacks]

@@v.r27arts subscribed!

[@NotThefacee]

But thumbnail matter if algorithum is great.

[@Edesbong35]

I really needed to hear this

[@WanderWonder111]

Wishing everyone success! 😊

[@cedricol]

"sans" is without in French. In Latin, it's "sine". You can find it in the "sine qua non" idiom.

[@Martagasm]

very helpful thankyou

[@NoahEats]

Very helpful video

[@naytravelstreetfood48]

Thank you

[@MackMateCom]

Do your best everyone 👍

[@Vavas_Cuisine]

Great video