MrBeast shared three thumbnail rules at VidSummit: keep them simple and colorful, test them on a mock YouTube homepage to see if they pop, and make two or three versions so you can swap them if views drop.
MrBeast has spent millions to figure out the perfect YouTube thumbnail, and he just revealed his 3 biggest secrets at the VidSummit conference in LA. First, make them simple, visible, and colorful. Second, study how your thumbnail looks by photoshopping it on the homepage. Does it stand out amongst the competition? Third, test. MrBeast makes 2 to 3 versions of the thumbnail for each video. If he's not getting enough views, he'll swap it out. Lastly, remember, the thumbnail needs to accurately reflect the video's content. No clickbait, What other tips do you recommend?
