Text Behind for YouTube Gaming Thumbnails
Gaming thumbnails need punchy titles and clear subjects. Use TextBehind AI to place your headline behind your character while keeping it readable in busy scenes.
Tips for Gaming Thumbs
- Use bold condensed fonts and short 2–4 word hooks.
- Add a thin stroke or subtle shadow to separate text from effects.
- Keep character face and text inside safe areas for mobile cropping.
- Use high contrast color pairs (yellow/black, white/red) for visibility.
Learn more: Text Behind Image
Related Learn guides: Fonts · Contrast & Stroke · Safe Areas
YouTube Gaming specifics
- Sizes: 1280×720 (min) or 1920×1080 (recommended). Keep the headline away from edges.
- Hooks: 2–4 words in condensed bold fonts; avoid line breaks unless necessary.
- Effects: characters and visual effects can be busy - add a thin stroke to keep text readable.
Troubleshooting
- Text blends with particles: increase stroke weight slightly or move to a darker region.
- Face is covered: resize/move the headline; never cover eyes.
- Cluttered title: shorten the hook; increase spacing and maintain clean margins.
FAQ
Which fonts work best for gaming thumbnails?
Condensed bold sans‑serifs (e.g., Anton, Oswald, League Spartan) maximize readability on busy effects.
How do I avoid covering the character’s face?
Enable Text Behind AI and keep hooks short (2–4 words). Use safe areas and add a thin stroke for contrast.
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