Thumbnail Text Overlay Tool
Add optimized text overlays to thumbnails with font and positioning guidelines
Thumbnail Text Overlay Guide
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Thumbnail Templates
Classic Split
Half face, half text - perfect for most content
Layout: Left 50%: Face | Right 50%: Text + Background
Face + Text Overlay
Full-frame face with text at top or bottom
Layout: Full background image + Text overlay (top or bottom)
Before/After
Show transformation or comparison
Layout: Left: Before | Right: After (with arrow or vs.)
Numbered Listicle
For top 10 lists and countdowns
Layout: Large number + Title text + Supporting image
Reaction Shot
Exaggerated facial expression (works for viral content)
Layout: Close-up face (60%) + Text at top (40%)
Minimalist
Simple text on solid background
Layout: Solid color background + Large centered text
Best Practices by Niche
gaming
Style: Energetic, colorful, action-packed
Color Scheme: Bright neon colors, high saturation
Elements: Game screenshot, Face reaction, Large text (3-4 words)
tutorial
Style: Clean, professional, informative
Color Scheme: Blue, white, black - trustworthy colors
Elements: Before/After split, Step numbers, Result preview
vlog
Style: Personal, expressive, emotion-driven
Color Scheme: Warm tones, natural colors
Elements: Close-up face, Emotion shown, Minimal text
review
Style: Product-focused, clear, detailed
Color Scheme: High contrast, product in focus
Elements: Product image, Rating/score, Key feature highlight
entertainment
Style: Eye-catching, bold, fun
Color Scheme: Red, yellow, cyan - attention-grabbing
Elements: Exaggerated expression, Large bold text, Bright colors
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