Last month we finally introduced the ability to add Custom Thumbnails to your videos and we're excited to announce a super amazing update to the custom thumbnail feature!

Maybe you're not sure what image editing software you need, how much it will cost, and how long it will take to learn the ropes of it, well, wonder no more! You can now create an awesome-looking thumbnail without ever leaving TinglyTube or downloading any software using the NEW Canva button!

For those who aren't aware, Canva is an amazing (and free) graphic design platform that allows anyone to create almost any kind of design in minutes using a large repository of professionally created templates, graphics, photos, backgrounds, and more (which includes uploading your own images)!

Once your video is successfully uploaded, you can go to the "Edit Video" page for the video you want to add a custom thumbnail to by clicking/tapping your username at the top-right corner of the site (or the person icon) and then selecting “My Videos” from the dropdown list, and then clicking/tapping the "Edit" icon under the video (for in-depth instructions on this with screenshots, please check out our Custom Thumbnails help article here).

Once on the Edit Video page, scroll down and under the "Upload a Custom Thumbnail" file input, you'll see the beautiful purple "Design on Canva" button, give it a big ol' click, and the Canva 'studio' will launch.



Once in the studio, use the menu on the left to access a variety of design elements (such as graphics, photos, and text) or upload your own images, you can also select a pre-made template that you can tweak to 'fit' your video, once you're done with your masterpiece, simply click/tap the "Use as Custom Thumbnail" button to the top-right of the studio and within seconds your design will be exported back to TinglyTube, then hit the "Save" button on the Edit Video page and your Canva design will automagically be added as your video's custom thumbnail!



Note that you will need a Canva account to create a custom thumbnail using the Canva button, if you don't have one already, you'll be prompted to create one when you click on it, it's quick and you'll be able to get right to creating your custom thumbnail as soon as you create an account. Also, while most design elements and templates are free, some are "Pro" which requires a paid Canva account (which is not mandatory).

We hope that this update allows even more creators to create great-looking custom thumbnails with ease.

If you experience any problems while trying to use the Canva button, then please let us know using our Support/Feedback form, we're always ready and happy to help you!