Creating High-Converting YouTube Thumbnails in Photoshop

What is the recommended resolution for creating a YouTube thumbnail in Photoshop?

• 3840 by 2160

• 1280 by 720

• 2560 by 1440

• 1920 by 1080

What is the first step after opening a new document in Photoshop for thumbnail creation?

• Adding text to the thumbnail

• Importing the face picture

• Unlocking the background layer

• Applying a Gaussian blur

Which tool is used to make a rough selection of the subject in the thumbnail image?

• Lasso Tool

• Pen Tool

• Magic Wand Tool

• Quick Selection Tool

What is the purpose of applying a Gaussian blur to the background?

• To make the background more colorful

• To reduce distractions and focus on the subject

• To increase the brightness of the image

• To add texture to the background

How can you ensure that an adjustment layer only affects a specific layer?

• By using the Magic Wand Tool

• By creating a clipping mask

• By applying a Gaussian blur

• By changing the layer opacity

Which font is mentioned as being popular for YouTube thumbnails?

• Obelix Pro

• Comic Sans

• Times New Roman

• Arial

What effect can be added to text to make it stand out more?

• Gaussian Blur

• Drop Shadow

• Curves Adjustment

• Vignette

What is a recommended way to add a vignette effect to a thumbnail?

• Using the Magic Wand Tool

• Applying a Gaussian Blur

• Painting over the edges with a soft brush

• Increasing the brightness

Why is it important to maintain contrast between the subject, text, and background?

• To make the thumbnail more colorful

• To ensure the thumbnail is easy to read

• To add more elements to the thumbnail

• To make the thumbnail look complex

What should be avoided to prevent a thumbnail from looking cluttered?

• Using too many different colors

• Using a single font

• Adding a drop shadow

• Applying a Gaussian blur