Minecraft Thumbnail Ratio & Size Generator (YouTube, Shorts, TikTok)
Enter width/height or pick a platform preset to get the perfect thumbnail size and ratio. See pixel count, warnings, quick sizes, and a nearest common size suggestion.
Disclaimer: The Minecraft Thumbnail Ratio Tool is not an official tool by Minecraft – it is created by fans to help Minecraft players & creators. We hope you like it and we do our best to update it regularly.
Perfect thumbnail sizes for YouTube, Shorts & TikTok (never blurry again)
| 📺 Platform / Preset | 📐 Aspect Ratio | 🧩 Recommended Size | 🧮 Common Sizes | 📝 Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🎬 YouTube Thumbnail (Standard) | 16:9 | 1280×720 | 1280×720 • 1920×1080 • 2560×1440 | Min 640px width ⚠️ • Safe text ≈90% width ✔️ |
| 🎬 YouTube Thumbnail (2K) | 16:9 | 2560×1440 | 2048×1152 • 2560×1440 | Extra crisp on 1440p screens 🔍 |
| 🎬 YouTube Thumbnail (4K) | 16:9 | 3840×2160 | 3200×1800 • 3840×2160 | Future-proof for UHD displays 🚀 |
| 🎬 YouTube Shorts Video | 9:16 | 1080×1920 | 720×1280 • 1080×1920 • 1440×2560 | Keep top/bottom text area clear 🧭 |
| 🎬 YouTube Shorts Cover | 1:1 | 1080×1080 | 512×512 • 1080×1080 | Grid preview crops center 🔒 |
| 🎵 TikTok Video | 9:16 | 1080×1920 | 720×1280 • 1080×1920 • 1440×2560 | UI overlays at top/bottom—keep text central 🎯 |
| 🎵 TikTok Cover | 1:1 | 1080×1080 | 512×512 • 1080×1080 | Appears on profile grid 🗂️ |
| 🎵 TikTok Feed (Alt) | 4:5 | 1080×1350 | 864×1080 • 1080×1350 | Taller feed presence 📈 |
| 📸 Instagram Reels | 9:16 | 1080×1920 | 720×1280 • 1080×1920 | Feed preview crops to 4:5—center key art 🧲 |
| 📸 IG Reel Cover | 1:1 | 1080×1080 | 1080×1080 | Title safe above lower 15% 🏷️ |
| 📸 Instagram Feed Portrait | 4:5 | 1080×1350 | 864×1080 • 1080×1350 | Best engagement format ❤️ |
| 📸 Instagram Feed Landscape | 1.91:1 | 1920×1080 | 1280×720 • 1920×1080 | Letterboxing risk—fill canvas fully 🧱 |
| 🐦 X / Twitter Image | 16:9 | 1600×900 | 1280×720 • 1600×900 • 1920×1080 | Mobile crops sides—keep center safe 🎯 |
| 🎮 Twitch Panel | 3:1 | 1200×400 | 900×300 • 1200×400 | Text-heavy—use bold fonts 🅰️ |
| 💬 Discord Embed Preview | 16:9 | 1280×720 | 1280×720 • 1920×1080 | Downscales on mobile—avoid tiny text 🔎 |
How this ratio tool works
Enter width/height or pick a preset to lock the aspect ratio and see the exact pixel size. The tool shows the current ratio, nearest common sizes, and helpful warnings like minimum width for YouTube. Use the chips to jump to a standard size instantly.
Max’s scenario
Max creates a YouTube thumbnail at 1280×720 (16:9) and a Shorts cover at 1080×1080. He locks the ratio, uses the common size buttons, and keeps all text inside the central safe area so nothing gets cropped on mobile.
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Thumbnail strategy that scales across platforms
1) Choose the right ratio for each goal
Lock the aspect ratio, then jump to a clean preset so your art never stretches. Use the nearest common sizes to stay sharp on both mobile and desktop.
| Platform / Goal | Aspect Ratio | Recommended Size | Common Sizes | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| YouTube Thumbnail — long video 🎬 | 16:9 | 1280×720 | 1280×720 • 1920×1080 • 2560×1440 | Minimum width 640px ⚠️ • crisp on all screens |
| YouTube 4K thumbnail 🎬 | 16:9 | 3840×2160 | 3200×1800 • 3840×2160 | Future-proof for UHD 🔍 |
| YouTube Shorts (video) 🎞️ | 9:16 | 1080×1920 | 720×1280 • 1080×1920 • 1440×2560 | Keep CTA in center to dodge UI bars 🎯 |
| YouTube Shorts (cover) 🖼️ | 1:1 | 1080×1080 | 512×512 • 1080×1080 | Grid preview crops tight 🔒 |
| TikTok video 🎵 | 9:16 | 1080×1920 | 720×1280 • 1080×1920 | Title safe above bottom UI 🧭 |
| TikTok cover 🖼️ | 1:1 | 1080×1080 | 512×512 • 1080×1080 | Profile grid center-crop 📚 |
| Instagram Reels 📸 | 9:16 | 1080×1920 | 720×1280 • 1080×1920 | Feed preview to 4:5 → center faces 🧲 |
| X / Twitter image 🐦 | 16:9 | 1600×900 | 1280×720 • 1600×900 • 1920×1080 | Mobile may crop sides — big text only 💬 |
2) Safe areas & crop behavior
Keep text and faces inside the safe zone so platform UI and feed crops never hide them. As a rule, leave margins on the short edges and avoid tiny fonts.
| Platform | Safe Text Area | Crop / UI Risk | Minimum Width | Tip |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| YouTube thumbnail | ≈90% width / height ✅ | Auto-downscale only | 640px | Outline text for dark scenes ✨ |
| YouTube Shorts (9:16) | Center 80% ✅ | Top & bottom UI bars ⚠️ | 720px | Move logos above lower 12% ↑ |
| TikTok video | Center 80% ✅ | Bottom caption & buttons ⚠️ | 720px | CTA in middle third 🎯 |
| Instagram Reels | Center 80% ✅ | Feed preview 4:5 crop ⚠️ | 720px | Place title mid-upper area 📍 |
| IG Reel cover (1:1) | ≈90% ✅ | Grid tight crop | 512px | Thick borders avoid cutoffs 🧱 |
| X / Twitter image | ≈88% ✅ | Mobile side trim ⚠️ | 1280px | Keep faces centered 👀 |
| Twitch panel | ≈92% ✅ | No crop, text-heavy | 900px | Use bold fonts for legibility 🅰️ |
| Discord preview | ≈90% ✅ | Downscale in chat | 1280px | Avoid tiny details 🔎 |
3) Workflow tips to ship faster
Lock the ratio first, then apply a common size with one click. Export from one master file per ratio and only swap backgrounds and text. This keeps thumbnails consistent and prevents accidental stretching.
Batch template idea
Create one 16:9 and one 9:16 master. Use smart layers for character, logo, and headline. Duplicate, change the screenshot, update the title, export — done.
Avoid soft images
Never upscale tiny screenshots. Start at 1280×720 (16:9) or 1080×1920 (9:16) and keep text away from the edges to survive feed crops.
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FAQ: Thumbnail Sizes & Ratios
What’s the best YouTube thumbnail size?What should I use for Shorts/TikTok?Where is the safe text area?Does DPI matter for thumbnails?What does “Lock Ratio” do?Why do my thumbnails look blurry?