Thumbnails, in 4K.
Describe your video and pick a look. Gemini writes the hook, art-directs each concept and paints the scene; you fine-tune the text and colours, then download a crisp 3840×2160 thumbnail.
How to use Thumbnail Lab
- Describe the video
Enter the video title or topic — every field is optional, including niche, mood and style.
- Pick a concept
Gemini writes the hook and art-directs three thumbnail concepts.
- Fine-tune and download
Adjust text and colours, then download a crisp 3840×2160 PNG or YouTube-ready JPG.
- Three thumbnail concepts per video, each with its own hook, palette and layout
- Rendered at native 4K (3840×2160), 16:9
- Styles: Modern, Bold & Viral, Minimal, Cinematic, Gaming, Tech, Neon, Retro, Luxury, Cartoon, Educational, Vlog, Documentary
- Edit headline, colours and layout in the browser; download PNG or YouTube-ready JPG under 2 MB
Thumbnail Lab questions
Is Thumbnail Lab free?
Yes, it's free with no sign-up or watermark.
What size are the thumbnails?
3840×2160 pixels (4K, 16:9). YouTube recommends at least 1280×720, so the 4K file stays sharp on every screen; the JPG download is kept under YouTube's 2 MB limit.
What thumbnail styles can I choose?
Modern, Bold & Viral, Minimal, Cinematic, Gaming, Tech, Neon, Retro, Luxury, Cartoon, Educational, Vlog, Documentary.
How does the AI design a thumbnail?
Google Gemini writes a short hook headline, picks a colour palette and layout, and directs the background art; your browser then renders the text and graphics at full 4K resolution.
Can I edit the thumbnail after it's generated?
Yes. You can change the headline, colours and layout before downloading.